Research at ONPRC

Scientific Expertise at ONPRC

ONPRC research is carried out in the three scientific divisions, which include Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences, and Pathobiology & Immunology. These divisions comprise ONPRC Core and Staff Scientists as well as Affiliate Scientists from other academic institutions, including Oregon Health & Science University. Three interdivisional/interdisciplinary research working groups have been recently organized in the areas of Metabolic Disease, Stem Cell & Developmental Biology, and Biology of Aging. These working groups incorporate investigators from ONPRC and OHSU.

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Collaborative Research Unit

Collaborative Research Unit (CRU) operates a centralized process for managing ONPRC collaborative and externally funded research, so that requests and inquiries are processed consistently through standard procedures. The CRU serves as a portal for collaborative or service work, provides information to potential collaborators, and manages projects that are not initiated by internal investigators.

Research Services

ONPRC research resources include an array of specialized core facilities that are available to collaborative and contract projects.

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Pilot Projects

The annual ONPRC pilot grant program supports meritorious preliminary studies employing nonhuman primates that are appropriate for the research focus of the ONPRC and that have potential for subsequent national funding. Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Charles Roberts, Associate Director, robertsc@ohsu.edu.