It took 14 years for Oklahoma City biotechnology company InterGenetics to research and develop its breast cancer risk assessment test, OncoVue. But less than a year after becoming commercially available, the test has already begun paying dividends to patients. A California oncologist reports that that the test, which has its origins in research conducted at […]
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Oklahoma Association of Mothers’ Clubs continues legacy of giving to OMRF
Science never tasted so good. Manning bake sales, hosting holiday home tours and selling apple pies at Christmas—the 12 groups that make up the Oklahoma Association of Mothers’ Clubs did a little bit of everything to raise money for the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation. The groups met Thursday for their annual banquet, held this year […]
OMRF earns top ranking among Oklahoma charities
In tight financial times, those willing to donate to the common good should be especially commended. And when savings are scarce, it’s particularly important for donors to know that charities are using those gifts wisely. For the sixth time in a row, the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation has received the highest possible rating from Charity […]
OMRF names six science teachers as Foundation Scholars
The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation has selected six Oklahoma science teachers as its 21st class of Foundation Scholars. As Foundation Scholars, the middle and high school teachers—who hail from Oklahoma City, Edmond, Medford, Moore, Yukon and Norman—will spend four weeks this summer in OMRF’s labs. Under the guidance of an OMRF researcher, they will perform […]
Two patents issued to OMRF
The U.S. Patent and Trademark office has issued a pair of patents to the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation. Patent number 7,335,632 is entitled “Beta-secretase inhibitors and methods of use thereof.” The invention covers novel enzyme inhibitors and their use for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. The invention stems from the work of OMRF’s Jordan Tang, […]
Continuing the Battle against Cancer OMRF, Putnam City students celebrate $2.6 million raised for cancer research
Science education doesn’t get much more “real world” than a day at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation. That was the experience of 33 elementary, middle and high school students from Putnam City Schools during OMRF’s annual Junior Scientist Day. Outfitted with goggles and lab coats, the science-minded students spent time Friday and Monday working with […]