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12/28/18For New Year’s resolutions, think small!
12/24/18On Christmas – and in life – OMRF researcher balances science and faith
12/18/18OMRF scientist honored with national aging award
12/13/18OMRF seeks 2019 Fleming Scholar applications
12/10/18OMRF again named a top workplace
12/06/18‘Oklahoma!’ royalties: A gift that keeps on giving at OMRF
12/04/18OMRF discovers potential therapy for age-related muscle loss
11/29/18Dental hygiene may be key for lupus
11/27/18Oklahoma researchers win $2.16 million grant to use 3D model to study lung virus
11/19/18Mythbusters: Turkey doesn’t really make you sleepy
11/14/18Order of the Eastern Star donates $10,000 to OMRF
11/12/18OMRF receives three grants to study autoimmune disease
11/09/18OMRF researcher honored by American College of Rheumatology
11/08/1850 years after terminal diagnosis, Greg Kindell is still here
11/07/18OMRF elects four new board members
11/05/18OMRF adds three new researchers
11/01/18OMRF welcomes trick-or-treaters from Positive Tomorrows
10/29/18Oblato acquires all rights to glioblastoma drug from OMRF
10/26/18Fear itself: Unmasking the fight-or-flight response
10/24/18New OMRF grant will focus on autoimmune condition
10/22/18241 events raise $695,000 for OMRF research
10/18/18OMRF awarded two new grants to study lupus genes
10/16/18New findings cast light on lymphatic system, key player in human health
10/15/18Putnam City Cancer Classic 5K scheduled for Nov. 3
10/11/18OMRF recruiting volunteers for sarcoidosis research
10/01/18Lyme disease: A “ticking” time bomb?
09/26/18What to expect this flu season
09/18/18Putnam City Schools donate $100,000 to cancer research at OMRF
09/17/18Moderate carb intake points to longest lifespans
09/11/18Staying alive: Can an experimental OMRF drug stop Mike Schuster’s brain cancer?
09/05/18Time for a vaccine wake-up call
09/04/18OMRF to host estate-planning seminars on Sept. 18, 19
08/27/18OMRF receives $1.4 million to study DNA errors in birth defects, diseases
08/23/18OMRF receives $2.8 million grant to study rare disorder
08/21/18Charity Navigator awards OMRF four-star charity status
08/16/18Simple ways to keep osteoporosis at bay
08/09/18Dietary carbohydrates could lead to osteoarthritis, new study finds
08/08/18Simple tips for a healthy school year
08/02/18Are sleep aids safe?
07/30/18Presbyterian Health Foundation awards $3.5 million in grants to OMRF, OUHSC
07/27/18Local students finish Fleming Scholar Program at OMRF
07/23/18Mary K. Chapman Foundation awards OMRF $600,000 for aging research
07/19/18How to stay healthy during summer travel
07/12/18Federal grant brings $13.1 million to OMRF labs
07/10/18Joint interest: Understanding different types of arthritis
07/02/18OMRF receives $2.1 million to study cell division
06/28/18Military students receive summer science training at OMRF
06/26/18New clues in fight against food allergies
06/20/18Five ways to make the most of Men’s Health Month
06/14/18New hope in the fight against sickle cell disease
06/12/18Discovery could help treat Tylenol overdoses
06/05/18OMRF announces 2018-19 Teen Leaders in Philanthropy
05/31/18Protect yourself from the summer sun
05/24/18OMRF secures $2.6 million flu grant
05/22/18Debugging: How to avoid insect-borne diseases
05/17/18You never outgrow the need for vaccines
05/15/18OMRF hosts 2018 Loyal Donors reception
05/10/18Protecting moms from autoimmune disease
05/09/18Oklahoma researchers solve a genetic mystery—and save a teen’s life
05/07/18New shingles vaccine is a must
05/01/18Golden years: OMRF gives tips on aging gracefully
04/27/18Mothers’ Clubs continue legacy of support for OMRF
04/25/18Spring allergies take toll on Oklahomans
04/23/18Experts propose improving clinical trials for lupus
04/20/18Steer wrestlers to raise funds for OMRF
04/18/18Discovery could explain cell division errors in cancer
04/13/18OMRF honors Everest, five scientists
04/10/18OMRF announces 2018 Fleming Scholar class
04/05/18New findings on vaping raise red flags
04/04/18OMRF discovers new approach to treating obesity
03/30/18OMRF welcomes students from Stillwater High School
03/29/18Experts warn of second flu outbreak
03/28/18New colon cancer finding could lead to earlier diagnosis—and better outcomes
03/27/18Women should add strength training to fitness routine
03/19/18OMRF discovery could lead to new therapies for MS
03/16/18OMRF hosts Putnam City Junior Scientist Days
03/12/18Lots o’ luck: How the shamrock gets its shape
03/08/18OMRF finds new clues to why diabetes harms the heart
03/06/18Taking action: OMRF researcher starts lab investigating vital chemical 
02/26/18OMRF receives $2.25 million grant to study vision loss
02/21/18Exercise or sleep: Which is more important?
02/13/18OMRF enters into a license agreement with Shanghai RAAS Blood Products
02/12/18Heart of the matter: OMRF offers healthy heart tips for Valentine’s Day
02/08/18OMRF postdoc receives national aging reward
02/05/18OMRF researcher develops tool to catch errors in scientific literature
01/30/18What you need to know about the flu
01/25/18Give your body the vitamin D-fense it needs
01/22/18OMRF accepting applications for 2018-19 Teen Leaders in Philanthropy
01/17/18Want to avoid catching a cold? Start counting sheep
01/15/18The Kirschner Trusts award $6,000 grant to OMRF researcher
01/08/18OMRF scientist selected for national sarcoidosis fellowship
01/03/18Fleming scholar application deadline fast approaching