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New findings cast light on lymphatic system, key player in human health

October 16, 2018

OMRF researchers have broken new ground in understanding how the lymphatic system works.

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Experts propose improving clinical trials for lupus

April 23, 2018

The goal of the new white paper is to create a dramatic shift in how lupus clinical trials are conducted so effective treatments can stand a chance to succeed.

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OMRF discovery could lead to new therapies for MS

March 19, 2018

OMRF researchers found that, in laboratory mice, a particular white blood cell seems to play a key role in MS.

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Does a warm winter mean worse spring allergies?

April 18, 2017

Oklahoma is already tough on those with allergies, but a warm winter adds to the suffering.

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Does X mark the spot? A new clue why autoimmune diseases target women

June 13, 2016

Gender bias of diseases like lupus and Sjögren’s could be linked X chromosomes.

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OMRF researcher makes colitis, colon cancer breakthrough

May 16, 2016

Gastroenterology and Mucosal Immunology published the findings.

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