OMRF scientists have found a link between gum disease and lupus, an autoimmune disease.
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OMRF receives three grants to study autoimmune disease
The federal grants will support the work of two OMRF scientists who are investigating different aspects of autoimmune disease: Judith James, M.D., Ph.D., and Joan Merrill, M.D.
OMRF awarded two new grants to study lupus genes
Two grants will enable OMRF scientists to examine genes thought to play a role in lupus.
OMRF receives $2.8 million grant to study rare disorder
The grant will provide Bob Axtell with $2.8 million to study NMO and investigate its similarities to other autoimmune diseases, particularly MS.
Joint interest: Understanding different types of arthritis
Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the U.S., but it isn’t just one disease.
Protecting moms from autoimmune disease
While we celebrate mothers this weekend, scientists at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation are working constantly to protect them.
