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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OHSU discovers molecular channel that regulates blood pressure
September 25, 2018
The breakthrough could lead to ‘new and better blood pressure medications.’
Scientific institutions continue to lag behind the #TimesUp movement
September 12, 2018
OHSU expert co-authors viewpoint: ‘Time’s up for medicine? Only time will tell.’
Tumor cells fuse with immune cells and become more aggressive
September 12, 2018
The hybrid cells, readily detected in cancer patients’ blood, gain new powers to mobilize and form new tumors.
Knight Cancer Research Building opens new era in cancer research
September 07, 2018
State-of-the-art cancer research facility will support a collaborative atmosphere, bring multidisciplinary scientists together under one roof.
NIH taps OHSU to help improve reproductive health
September 06, 2018
Oregon National Primate Research Center earns more than $7 million to study impacts of diet, metabolism, elevated hormone levels in polycystic ovary syndrome.
Excessive airway nerves tied to more severe asthma symptoms, study finds
September 05, 2018
A new study shows that patients with asthma have denser airway nerves, leading to more severe symptoms.
Study suggests potential of new therapy for progressive multiple sclerosis
September 05, 2018
NIH-funded trial offers hope for disease with limited treatment options.
Antioxidant reduces risk for second heart attack, stroke
September 04, 2018
Cells and platelets stick inside arteries, increasing risk after the initial heart attack.
Bridging the gap between research and health care delivery
August 30, 2018
Researchers recommend collective, real-time sharing of scientific and clinical research findings to ensure best patient health care outcomes.
New research: Financial disclosure lacking in publication of clinical trials
August 30, 2018
New findings reveal a substantial proportion of pharmaceutical industry payments to authors of oncology clinical trials published in major scientific journals are not disclosed.