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Molecular & Medical Genetics

The Department of Molecular and Medical Genetics is an interdisciplinary group performing basic laboratory research, clinical research, teaching of both graduate and medical students, directing several clinical labs and providing expertise in the area of clinical genetics care.

MMG in the News

Art

OHSU has many stunning works of art throughout its public areas, but one recent addition comes with its own special tale.

“Change of Seasons” is located in the corridor just outside the Department of Molecular and Medical Genetics (MMG) on the fourth floor of Richard Jones Hall. It’s an acrylic painting by Jennifer Kapnek.

Read the full story on the SOM Research Voice Blog.

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Who are we?

MMG people encompasses numerous research faculty, clinicians, fellows, and students with diverse research interests surrounding molecular and medical genetics approaches to understanding the basis and treatment of human disease.  Learn more

Congratulations!

Dr. Jonathan Nelson

A huge congratulations is due to Jonathan Nelson, Ph.D. for the successful defense of his thesis entitled, Disruption of Soluble Epoxide Hydrolase Dimerization as a Novel Therapeutic Target for Stroke. Dr. Nelson has been featured in an article in The Daily News (The Lower Columbia) regarding his ground breaking research. Read it here.

Alumnus Recognized

Phouc T. Tran, M.D., Ph.D. has been awarded the Early Career Achievement Award by the School of Medicine. Since graduating with a Ph.D. in Genetics from the Department of Molecular and Medical Genetics in 2001 and an M.D. in 2003, Dr. Tran has continued to excel at every level. He did his residency in radiation oncology at Stanford, where he became chief resident. Read Dr. Tran's full bio.

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