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Home - OMRF News - Archives for kathy sivils

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International study reveals 24 new genes associated with lupus

July 19, 2017

These findings will help scientists understand how to better diagnose and treat the disease.

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Researchers identify gene associated with lupus

May 18, 2017

The gene, NCF1, was known by researchers, but it had not previously been linked to lupus

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Researchers from around the world attend OMRF conference

September 23, 2016

The event brought in physicians, scientists and industry reps from 18 countries.

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OMRF to host international research conference

August 26, 2016

The four-day research conference is from Sept. 19 to 22 in Oklahoma City.

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Researchers identify genes associated with lupus in Koreans

February 24, 2016

The study looked at genetic samples of nearly 8,000 Koreans.

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OMRF, Biogen enter autoimmune disease collaboration

October 22, 2015

Goal: to deliver new and better treatment options to patients

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