Posts Tagged ‘community’

The Oregon Clinical and Translational Research Institute (OCTRI) and the Oregon National Primate Research Center (ONPRC) have issued the following requests for proposals for pilot funding: ONPRC/OCTRI Collaborative Research Program Description: Provides pilot funding to encourage the use non-human primates (NHP) or NHP-derived materials for new collaborative projects that will lead to new external funding of research with clear translational outcomes. Priority will be given to new collaborations between established investigators at ONPRC and basic … Read More

Tai Chi has been shown to improve balance and decrease risk for falls in Parkinson’s patients, according to research published today in the New England Journal of Medicine by a team of Oregon scientists. Elizabeth Eckstrom, M.D., M.P.H., associate professor and director of geriatrics at OHSU, was part of the collaboration, which was led by a scientist from the Oregon Research Institute. The study was one of the first large-scale clinical trials to test the … Read More

“Big Issues and the Brain — The Brain and Society” is the theme for this year’s Brain Awareness Lecture Series, beginning February 20, 2012. Cutting edge neuroscientists and researchers will share their expertise on topics concerning the brain. The 2012 lineup is: Monday, February 20, 2012 – “Alzheimer’s and the brain: What can we do?” It’s true that we have no “cure” for Alzheimer’s, but Gary Small, M.D., Professor of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences and Director of the … Read More

Saturday Academy’s Apprenticeships in Science and Engineering (ASE) Program has a shortage of mentors! Volunteer to mentor a high school student by submitting a description of an eight-week project that a student could complete in your lab this summer. Mentor applications are due at the end of January, but if you miss the deadline, call the ASE staff at 503-200-5861, and they can help you sign up. For more information, visit OHSU’s Research Voice blog.

Applications are available for OHSU’s 2012 Equity Summer Research Program, an exciting opportunity for disadvantaged students to spend 8 to 10 weeks over the summer working with faculty and graduate students in a research setting, learning new skills and gaining experience. Students will participate in weekly seminars and meetings, have an opportunity to give an oral presentation of their summer research, and receive career mentoring from OHSU faculty. A paid stipend is available for all … Read More

On Monday, November 21, 2011, a panel of OHSU Native American faculty members will participate in a panel discussion on their roles in community, research, education and collaborative activities. The panel will take place from 12 to 1:15 p.m. in the OHSU auditorium. An OHSU/Tribal Exhibit Fair will run concurrently from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the auditorium foyer. Panelists will include: R. Dale Walker, MD, Professor, Departments of Psychiatry, and Public Health and … Read More

Jonathan Lindner, M.D., associate professor of medicine and associate chief for education in OHSU’s cardiovascular division will be presenting, “New Windows to Your Heart: Breakthroughs in Cardiovascular Imaging,” on Thursday, November 17, 2011. The talk is part of the Marquam Hill Lecture Series, which is designed to share cutting edge research with the general public. The lecture is free, but seating is limited. To register, visit the Marquam Hill Lectures website. About Dr. Lindner’s talk … Read More

Do you have unused or expired prescription drugs lying around the house? Help prevent accidental overdose or addiction by participating in OHSU’s Take Back Prescription Drugs event on Saturday, October 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marquam Hill’s Emergency Department. The drop off is free, open to the general public, and “no questions asked.” OHSU employees: download a poster that you can share with colleagues or friends, or visit the Facilities & Logistics … Read More

Perhaps because of the way she can explain complex, biological mechanisms in a way that makes sense to the rest of us, Allison Fryer, PhD, professor of medicine and associate dean for graduate studies, has been chosen to kick off this year’s Marquam Hill Lecture Series, a series designed to share cutting edge research with the general public. Dr. Fryer’s talk, “The Hunt for Biological Mechanisms in Asthma,” will take place Thursday, October 20, 2011 … Read More

OHSU researchers have been getting quite a bit of media attention because of next week’s World Congress on the Developmental Origins of Health and Disease (DOHaD) in Portland. Here are some highlights you don’t want to miss: On Friday, September 16, OHSU announced a $25 million donation by Bob and Charlee Moore, founders of Bob’s Red Mill Natural Foods. The Moore’s donation will support research, policy, and public outreach related to the health effects of … Read More