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.
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OMRF researcher honored by American College of Rheumatology
Joan Merrill, M.D., is a recipient of the 2018 ACR Master designation, one of the highest honors members can receive.
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.
Staying alive: Can an experimental OMRF drug stop Mike Schuster’s brain cancer?
As Mike Schuster nears the three-year anniversary of his diagnosis with glioblastoma, he’s already doubled the life expectancy for patients with the deadly cancer.
Time for a vaccine wake-up call
As the number of unvaccinated children continues to rise, so do the number of cases of preventable diseases.
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.
