OHSU research suggests new avenue for gene therapy to treat Parkinson’s
November 11, 2026
Study examines Christchurch mutation in gene previously linked to Alzheimer’s protection.
Neurological Procedures Stories
OHSU uses bioelectric medicine in vagus nerve to help patients heal from stroke, arthritis
October 01, 2026
Neurosurgeons are first in Oregon to implant devices that send small electrical pulses to stimulate healing, anti-inflammatory effect.
Causes of traumatic brain injury vary widely worldwide, study finds
August 19, 2026
First-of-its-kind global study points to public health approach to protect against brain injuries.
OHSU is first in Oregon to implant device in brain to treat tumor
July 23, 2026
Targeted radiation therapy aims to improve survival, prevent tumor recurrence.
New images map key membrane protein in brain related to stroke
July 16, 2026
Discovery could provide a blueprint for improved treatment of stroke.
OHSU advances massive leap in medical science with cellular therapies
June 26, 2026
Patients are benefiting from CAR-T to treat neurodegenerative diseases, cancer, lupus and other autoimmune conditions.
Project seeks to develop retinal screening for Alzheimer’s
January 27, 2026
OHSU biomedical engineer and imaging scientist awarded federal funding for high-risk, high-reward project.
OHSU research drives FDA approval for novel use of anemia drug in brain cancer imaging
December 17, 2025
OHSU lab started exploring new use of the drug 30 years ago; now, it may improve techniques to measure, monitor aggressive brain tumors.
Mixed results in using lipoic acid to treat progressive multiple sclerosis
December 15, 2025
OHSU-led randomized controlled trial examines benefits of over-the-counter antioxidant.
Study implicates enzyme in neurodegenerative conditions
December 11, 2025
OHSU research finds a specific enzyme is involved in myelin breakdown that causes conditions such as MS, stroke, Alzheimer’s.
