New heart-kidney molecular signal identified
An OHSU-Pacific Northwest National Laboratory collaboration is key to a new identification of molecular signals specific to heart injury. Cardiovascular disease is one of the most common reasons...
Tag: Discovery
Animal study connects early-life sleep disruption to neurodevelopmental disorders
Why do babies sleep so much? It turns out, a good night’s sleep, especially early in life, can have profound implications for the brain’s ability to form important social bonds throughout life,...
Parrot genome analysis reveals mutations favoring longevity and cognition
A new genome analysis of parrots by a collaborative team led by Claudio Mello, M.D., Ph.D., published in the journal Current Biology, reveals genes that appear to be correlated to unexpectedly long...
OHSU startup receives FDA Fast Track designation for new blood clot treatment
Blood clots contribute to dangerous, potentially deadly conditions, including venous thromboembolism and stroke. They are also a leading cause of death and long-term disability in the U.S. and...
OHSU scientists identify first non-human primate model of Batten disease
A multidisciplinary team of veterinarians and scientists at the Oregon National Primate Research Center has identified the first non-human primate model of neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis, a broad...
Hummingbird’s call provides new insight about vocal learning
A team led by Claudio Mello, M.D., Ph.D., has made a discovery that may provide insight about the mechanism that enables people to master hearing and speech: A hummingbird with a call well above the...