This summer, OMRF marked a major event in the history of the foundation. Unlike other milestones in our 73-year history, though, this one passed quietly. On the final day of June, Dr. Chuck Esmon retired. Chuck is, to put it simply, a giant. Perhaps Dr. Paul Kincade, then OMRF’s vice president of research, put it […]
Manu’s Minute: Thank you, Dr. Esmon
Genes, Epstein-Barr virus may trigger lupus in some
Scientists have long known lupus has a strong genetic component, but there also must be environmental triggers to activate the disease.
Congressman Tom Cole announces up to $48 million in new grants
The National Institutes of Health awarded the grants, which will fund research on autoimmune diseases and human exposure to anthrax.
Three military academy students complete research program at OMRF
The Saxon program is designed to provide military academy students with an opportunity to work side-by-side with OMRF’s senior scientists.
Nancy’s Law to help speed breast cancer detection
Gov. Kevin Stitt today signed a bill that enhances requirements for health care providers who perform mammograms to notify patients about their test results.
An OMRF employee finds a new lease on life—at work
In MS, immune cells attack the protective covering of nerves in the brain, causing vision problems, tremors, paralysis, painful spasms, imbalance and cognitive changes.
