Scientists at OMRF think they have solved a riddle that has puzzled researchers since the 1970s. For more than three decades, researchers have debated whether two types of pathogen-fighting cells—known as B1 and B2 cells—come from the same source. At long last, OMRF scientists appear to have found an answer. That work could have important […]
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Charity Navigator gives OMRF four stars for seventh straight year
For the seventh year in a row, the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation has received the highest possible rating from Charity Navigator, the nation’s largest charity evaluator. OMRF is one of only 10 organizations in Oklahoma to earn a 4-star rating on CharityNavigator.org. Nationwide, OMRF ranks among the top 25 medical research organizations rated by the […]
Tour of OMRF opens up possibilities for Commerce High School students
Students from the Commerce High School Science Club took a closer look at the high-tech field of medical research Friday, and they liked what they saw. The 30-member club, led by science teacher Kim McLain, toured labs at OMRF Friday to get an idea of the kinds of exciting jobs available in scientific research. “I […]
First Ladies’ Gala to Benefit OMRF
On March 27, Oklahoma First Lady Kim Henry and five former Oklahoma first ladies will host an evening of dinner and dancing. Proceeds from the event will benefit OMRF. The First Ladies’ Gala will be held at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City. The black-tie affair will feature cocktails, dinner, dancing, […]
Harley named to the Association of American Physicians
Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation scientist John Harley, M.D., Ph.D., has been selected as a member of the Association of American Physicians. Harley, who chairs OMRF’s Arthritis and Immunology Research Program, was one of only 60 physicians nationwide chosen for membership this year. The 124-year-old Association selects members based on excellence in the pursuit of medical […]
OMRF research finds new cystic fibrosis gene
Patients suffering from cystic fibrosis will live only as long as their lungs allow. Cystic fibrosis is an inherited chronic disease that affects about 30,000 children and adults in the United States. A defective gene and its protein product cause the body to produce unusually thick, sticky mucus that clogs the lungs and leads to […]
