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OMRF drug ‘a blessing’ for sickle cell patient

January 11, 2021

Adakveo, a drug based on the discoveries of OMRF VP of Research Rodger McEver, is relieving pain for Danielle Jamison and others with sickle cell around the world.

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Geroscience research collaboration continues with $5.3 million grant

January 4, 2021

OU Health has been awarded a $5.3 million federal grant to continue a partnership with OMRF and the VA on research into the biology of aging and the role it plays in the onset of diseases like cancer and diabetes.

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American College of Rheumatology recognizes OMRF scientists

December 1, 2020

Three OMRF scientists were recognized for excellence at this year’s American College of Rheumatology meeting.

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OMRF discoveries reshape understanding of gut microbiome

October 22, 2020

OMRF scientists have redefined how the gut microbiome operates and how our bodies coexist with some of the 100 trillion bacteria that make it up.

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OMRF receives $3.7 million for autoimmune disease research

October 8, 2020

OMRF scientist Christopher Lessard received a five-year grant to identify genes associated with Sjögren’s syndrome.

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OMRF seeks volunteers for sarcoidosis research

September 22, 2020

To participate or for more information, please contact OMRF’s Sarcoidosis Research Unit at 405-271-2504, 800-605-7447 or sru@omrf.org.

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