New drug combinations could improve therapies for breast cancer, other aggressive cancers OHSU study finds drug combinations slow progression of the cancer and lead to cancer regression.
Cannabis products demonstrate short-term reduction in chronic pain, little else By Erik Robinson June 06, 2022 In a systematic review of scientific literature, OHSU researchers find thin evidence that cannabis has clinical benefits.
Mpox (monkeypox): OHSU expert advises vigilance, not alarm By Erik Robinson May 26, 2022 Immunologist Mark Slifka notes that monkeypox is a cousin to smallpox, does not spread like COVID-19.
Nanoparticle technology could be new, non-invasive treatment for endometriosis By Sara Hottman May 09, 2022 Currently, the painful condition is treated through invasive surgeries to remove tissue lesions.
Joining people, data to address gun violence By Casey Williamson May 06, 2022 Injury epidemiologist Kathleen Carlson centers collaboration in research to reduce gun violence.
Physician-scientist Marian Dale is talking the walk By Erik Robinson May 05, 2022 Focuses include walking gait in diagnosing, treating forms of parkinsonism.
New study reveals the effect of extended space flight on astronauts’ brains By Erik Robinson May 05, 2022 Research relies on methodology developed by OHSU scientists.
Vitamins, minerals improve symptoms for children with ADHD By Sara Hottman May 04, 2022 OHSU researchers found children given supplemental micronutrients were three times more likely to have better concentration, moods.
Taking a systems approach to beating cancer By Joe Rojas-Burke May 04, 2022 Laura Heiser uses systems biology in her effort to reveal, counter tumor drug resistance.
Ana Quiñones’ research aims to eliminate health disparities By Christine Torres Hicks May 03, 2022 With new funding, data sets, Quiñones investigates paths to better health care policy in support of those most vulnerable.
Surgeon-scientist centers patients in research to improve transgender care By Franny White May 02, 2022 Reconstructive urologist Geolani Dy partners with trans community to study what’s important to them.