Today, 19 percent of Oklahomans are over the age of 60. By 2035, that figure is projected to be 1 in 4.
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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.
OMRF receives grant to study underlying causes of lupus
OMRF scientist Patrick Gaffney has received a five-year, $3.1 million grant to investigate the underlying mechanisms that lead to lupus onset.
Four OMRF scientists receive promotions
OMRF has announced the promotion of four of its principal scientists.
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.
Oklahoma researchers solve a genetic mystery—and save a teen’s life
For more than a decade, doctors could not pinpoint Xander’s symptoms. Then DNA sequencing helped researchers save his life.