Study finds stress-related nerves may fuel pancreatic cancer growth
New research from OHSU points to an unexpected player in cancer research: nerves.
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Mature sperm lack intact mitochondrial DNA, study finds
September 18, 2023
New research provides insight about the reason mitochondria — the powerhouse of the cell — pass only from the mother.
OHSU neuroscientist earns award to advance schizophrenia research
September 15, 2023
Vollum Institute’s Arpiar Saunders named as one of three One Mind Rising Stars.
Quarter of low-income older Americans don’t have health insurance, study finds
September 14, 2023
Chronic condition diagnoses increase after age 65 — once Medicare coverage provides access to health care.
OHSU researchers now can predict severity of a rare genetic disease in children
September 13, 2023
New study provides hope for families, supports development of potentially life-saving treatments.
OHSU scientists discover new cause of Alzheimer’s, vascular dementia
September 05, 2023
Study highlights microglia degeneration in brain caused by iron toxicity.
Saving more lives from pancreatic cancer
August 25, 2023
OHSU researchers are bringing expertise, fresh ideas, three-pronged strategy to a National Cancer Institute consortium for early detection of the deadly cancer.
Study shows promise of gene therapy for alcohol use disorder
August 14, 2023
Already used in clinical trials to treat Parkinson’s disease, OHSU researchers found surgical treatment dramatically reduced chronic heavy drinking.
Global study finds COVID-19 disease may cause change in menstrual cycle length
August 10, 2023
Small, temporary changes are similar to those experienced after receiving a COVID-19 vaccination.
Study raises possibility of immunotherapy treatment for ALS
July 31, 2023
Publication led by OHSU researchers is the first to modulate a protein related to the immune system to slow progress of disease in mice.
11 projects receive OHSU Knight Cancer Institute funding to address local cancer-related needs across the state
July 28, 2023
Projects include efforts to increase cervical cancer screening rates, foster a support group for parents of pediatric cancer patients, improve colorectal cancer screening, and more.