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Lessons from an awkward family photo

December 20, 2021

Over Thanksgiving, my nieces went digging through Grandma’s attic in search of photos.

Filed Under: On Your Health Tagged With: history, identify, news, OKC, Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, OMRF, on your health, Prescott, weyrich

The “mad” scientist: fact or fiction?

October 26, 2017

Like many fictional characters, the mad scientist figure has its basis in real life.

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Eastern Star makes $10,000 donation to OMRF research

October 17, 2017

The Eastern Star has now donated a total of $331,058 to OMRF research since 2002.

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Going viral: Why are fast-spreading viruses becoming so common?

September 27, 2016

While mechanisms of viruses are complex, the reasons behind their spread aren’t.

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Celebrating 70 years of discoveries

August 24, 2016

Since 1946, OMRF has grown into an internationally recognized research institute.

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OMRF hosts Loyal Donor Society reception

November 13, 2015

OMRF hosted its inaugural reception to honor long-term donors.

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