Neuroscience
Nervous system discovery could inform stroke, pain therapies
New research published in the journal Nature for the first time reveals the atomic structure of a key molecular component of the nervous system.
Mar 7, 2018
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Oregon Health & Science University
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Team unravels mysterious eye infection—Oregon woman first known case of human infected with cattle eyeworm species
An August 2016 call to an infectious disease hotline OHSU runs for Northwest physicians ended up being one for the record books.
Feb 13, 2018
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Study focuses on atomic structure of the serotonin transporter bound to SSRIs
New molecular research shows how chemically diverse drugs used to treat depression and anxiety disorders interact with the protein that transports serotonin in the brain. The discovery by researchers at the OHSU Vollum Institute ...
Jan 29, 2018
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Fresh approach to tuberculosis vaccine offers better protection
A unique platform that resulted in a promising HIV vaccine has also led to a new, highly effective vaccine against tuberculosis that is moving toward testing in humans.
Jan 17, 2018
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Neuroscience
Discovery could lead to new treatment for anxiety, addiction
New research provides fresh insight into how the brain processes reward and punishment, opening new avenues for developing treatment of conditions ranging from anxiety to addictive behaviors such as drug abuse.
Nov 10, 2017
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Neuroscience
Lack of oxygen, not blood flow, delays brain maturation in preterm infants
Premature infants are at risk for a broad spectrum of life-long cognitive and learning disabilities. Historically, these conditions were believed to be the result of lack of blood flow to the brain. However, a new study published ...
Nov 3, 2017
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Genetics
Study identifies new genetic risk factor for developing autism spectrum disorder
Autism spectrum disorder affects approximately one out of every 68 children in the United States. Despite expansive study, the origin and risk factors of the complex condition are not fully understood.
Sep 1, 2017
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Neuroscience
Study suggests serotonin may worsen tinnitus
Millions of people suffer from the constant sensation of ringing or buzzing in the ears known as tinnitus, creating constant irritation for some and severe anxiety for others. Research by scientists at OHSU shows why a common ...
Aug 22, 2017
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Health
High-fat diet in pregnancy can cause mental health problems in offspring
A high-fat diet not only creates health problems for expectant mothers, but new research in an animal model suggests it alters the development of the brain and endocrine system of their offspring and has a long-term impact ...
Jul 21, 2017
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Neuroscience
Study identifies new target to preserve nerve function
Scientists in the Vollum Institute at OHSU have identified an enzyme that plays a crucial role in the degeneration of axons, the threadlike portions of a nerve cell that transmit signals within the nervous system. Axon loss ...
Jul 14, 2017
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