Scientists at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) have completed two studies which show that Aspartame, a commonly available artificial sweetener found in diet soft drinks and other foods, functions effectively as an anti-inflammatory and pain reliever in patients with osteoarthritis. The results of the findings were published today in the Journal of Clinical Pharmacology […]
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OMRF Featured in Science Magazine
Immunology research at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation has been featured in an international science journal that devoted its March/April issue to the Oklahoma City-based organization. The foundation’s president and scientific director, Dr. J. Donald Capra, said “The Immunologist” is the official journal of the International Union of Immunological Societies, a professional organization for about […]
Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation announces common virus may cause lupus
A group of scientists from the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) today announced that Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (lupus) may be caused by a common virus. Their results will be published today in the The Journal of Clinical Investigation. The work being reported raises suspicion that a common virus, known as Epstein-Barr virus, may be the culprit […]
Dallas Immunologist Assumes Top Post at Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation
While the name on the door may change in September, the values, the ideals and the goals of OMRF will not change.” J. Donald Capra, M.D. The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation enters a new era on September 1 when J. Donald Capra, M.D., becomes its fourth president and scientific director. Capra, a well-known immunologist from […]
Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation announces patents on procedure to inactivate HIV in blood and blood products
The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation today announced receipt of patents on an in vitro process for inactivation of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) in blood used for transfusions. Available blood testing for HIV and other blood-borne virus antibodies may not reveal presence of the virus for as much as seven to ten days after the infection […]