Stories

OHSU Knight Cancer Institute selected to join prestigious national consortium, receive $9.2 million

By Amanda Gibbs May 25, 2017

The National Cancer Institute has awarded a research team at the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute $9.2 million over five years to serve as a Research Center in the NCI’s Cancer Systems Biology Consortium, or CSBC.

Sharon Anderson, M.D., appointed dean of the OHSU School of Medicine

By Tamara Hargens-Bradley May 24, 2017

Sharon Anderson, M.D., a nationally accomplished clinician, educator, researcher and leader, will be the next dean of the OHSU School of Medicine.

Statement on Proposed Budget Reductions to the US Department of Health & Human Services

By Joe Robertson May 23, 2017

OHSU recently expressed its opposition to the American Health Care Act and its impact on Oregonians’ access to care. Today, OHSU must share its concerns about the President’s proposed Fiscal Year 2018 budget for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services – especially as it affects the Medicaid program and funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Multiple sclerosis won’t deter OHSU patient from Race Across the West

By Erik Robinson May 23, 2017

Chris Ramsey, a physical therapist who lives in Beaverton, Oregon, is currently training for the Race Across the West, a 930-mile bike race from southern California to Colorado that begins June 13. Notably, he is believed to be the first person with MS to attempt the race solo.

'13 Reasons Why' poses risks to Oregon youth

By Ajit Jetmalani May 22, 2017

Although a fictional story, the television series "13 Reasons Why" focuses on very real issues that affect youth and young adults. The show's graphic depiction of the traumatic life events that led to the suicide of a young woman may have already adversely affected Oregon's youth.

UO, OHSU open conversations to boost research collaborations

May 19, 2017

In a daylong summit last month at Western Oregon University in Monmouth, about 90 UO and OHSU researchers from a variety of disciplines brainstormed possible collaborations. Both institutions are currently developing major new research facilities thanks to unprecedented gifts from the same benefactor.