June 21, 2011 - |
Two Ottawa researchers awarded global health grants from Grand Challenges Canada |
May 11, 2011 - |
New research assesses compliance with ethical guidelines for clinical trials |
April 20, 2011 - |
Another great year for the Kidney Research Centre |
April 20, 2011 - |
New research sheds light on “asymmetric” cell division |
April 7, 2011 - |
Dr. Benjamin Tsang receives OCRI Research Award |
March 27, 2011 - |
New study could improve access to liver transplants for people with HIV |
February 25, 2011 - |
New Parkinson’s gene discovered |
February 23, 2011 - |
Research reveals best approaches to evaluate bleeding in the brain |
January 13, 2011 - |
Ottawa researcher receives major grant to fight tuberculosis in Nunavut |
December 25, 2010 - |
International study helps identify high risk pregnancies earlier |
December 21, 2010 - |
Ottawa discovery provides new insight into blood development and leukemia |
December 3, 2010 - |
Prestigious honour for kidney research |
November 24, 2010 - |
Possible new strategy to reduce cholesterol |
November 15, 2010 - |
New lead in the search for biomarkers for lung cancer treatment |
November 1, 2010 - |
New insight into heart muscle development |
October 28, 2010 - |
Ottawa researcher elected Co-Chair of Cochrane Collaboration |
October 28, 2010 - |
A step towards better stroke diagnosis |
September 7, 2010 - |
Genetic discovery could lead to new approaches to improve bone growth |
July 12, 2010 - |
Research in yeast suggests death proteins could also have protective role |
March 16, 2010 - |
CUR-IT newsletter released |
October 15, 2009 - |
OHRI researchers to discuss "Women Staying Healthy in a Culture of Plenty" |
October 8, 2009 - |
OHRI researchers partner with McGill and Harvard to "CUR-IT" |
August 19, 2009 - |
OHRI / uOttawa research shows heart rate monitors could help detect sepsis earlier |
August 5, 2009 - |
Stem Cell Network profiles OHRI research commercialization opportunities |
June 2, 2009 - |
OHRI / uOttawa scientist recognized with Y Women of Distinction Award |
May 4, 2009 - |
CIHR profiles OHRI / uOttawa researchers involved in mentorship program |
March 6, 2009 - |
Capital News Online profiles OHRI / uOttawa kidney researchers |
February 22, 2009 - |
OHRI stem cell transplant trial for multiple sclerosis profiled on national news |
January 3, 2009 - |
Turning research into medicine: Ottawa Citizen profiles OHRI CEO Dr. Duncan Stewart |
November 19, 2008 - |
Dr. Jeremy Grimshaw and Dr. Dean Fergusson recognized at OCRI Life Sciences Achievement Awards Dinner |
November 16, 2008 - |
Dr. Mark Freedman interviewed about experimental mesenchymal stem cell treatment for multiple sclerosis |
October 29, 2008 - |
OHRI students organize CIHR Café Scientifique on HIV / AIDS prevention |
July 11, 2008 - |
Stem cell transplant offers new hope to Crohn’s sufferer |
March 12, 2008 - |
Vancouver Sun profiles patient in OHRI-led MS bone marrow stem cell transplant trial |
February 4, 2008 - |
Health24 reports on OHRI study of folic acid and preeclampsia |
January 21, 2008 - |
The National features OHRI bone marrow stem cell transplant trial for MS |
December 15, 2007 - |
OHRI researchers recognized for dystonia research |
November 18, 2007 - |
Dr. Phil Wells discusses his research on blood thinners on CTV National News |
November 14, 2007 - |
OHRI-led clinical trial demonstrates first evidence that new colorectal cancer drug saves lives |
October 20, 2007 - |
OHRI researchers profiled in Ottawa Citizen breast cancer feature |
October 10, 2007 - |
Dr. John Bell discusses his research on viral therapies for cancer on Insidermedicine |
October 1, 2007 - |
The little protein that could (featuring Parkinson's researcher Dr. Michael Schlossmacher) |
September 19, 2007 - |
Dr. Shawn Aaron discusses his research on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease on Insidermedicine |
September 12, 2007 - |
Dr. Mark Walker discusses his research on maternal and fetal health on Insidermedicine |
August 2, 2007 - |
Dr. Harry Atkins discusses an experimental therapy for multiple sclerosis on Insidermedicine |
June 6, 2007 - |
Dying patients back legal assisted suicide in survey |
May 31, 2007 - |
Scientific American reports on new muscle stem cells identified by Dr. Michael Rudnicki's group |
May 24, 2007 - |
Respiratory treatment by paramedics crucial, study says |
May 15, 2007 - |
Legion Magazine profiles stem cell research at OHRI |
May 7, 2007 - |
Enzyme Damage Could Be Key to Parkinson's |
March 16, 2007 - |
Commercialization: Push to market not just about the bottom line |
February 7, 2007 - |
Ottawa MD wins top award for stroke research
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January 9, 2007 - |
New research chief aims to make lab breakthroughs work for people: OHRI announces cardiologist from Toronto to take over in July |
December 5, 2006 - |
Pair of PhDs pool knowledge to find clue to diabetes development: Protein linked to Creutzfeld-Jakob seems to play role in blood sugar regulation |
November 30, 2006 - |
The promise of viral therapies |
November 16, 2006 - |
Hospital unveils Sprott Centre: A $7-million donation from Eric and Vizma Sprott is to be used as an endowment for a new facility at the Ottawa Hospital that is expected to become a hub for stem cell research in North America |
November 15, 2006 - |
Stem cell research centre brings the best to Ottawa: 'Outstanding' recruits to work at new facility |
July 21, 2006 - |
Ottawa scientists find molecule that repairs sun-damaged DNA: Breakthrough could help in bid to find way to kill cancerous cells
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June 23, 2006 - |
Famed Parkinson's scholar accepts Ottawa post
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May 4, 2006 - |
Lifesciences: Researchers organize to realize region's potential |
April 25, 2006 - |
Helping hypertensives: Revised guidelines call on physicians to assist patients with treatment compliance
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April 21, 2006 - |
Cell study wins top science fair prize for local student |
April 6, 2006 - |
Popular antidepressant drugs can put fetuses at risk, Ottawa researcher concludes |
February 25, 2006 - |
Biotech startup StemPath lands $1M infusion from Genesys |
January 3, 2006 - |
Team poised to take lead in patient safety: A group of Ottawa physician-researchers is aiming to make health care less harmful to patients' health |
December 22, 2005 - |
Doc's discovery may help MS patients |
November 12, 2005 - |
Scientists honoured for study of cell death: Health research institute holds annual Gala for Research, award ceremony |
November 9, 2005 - |
Docs get the skinny on mice |
November 8, 2005 - |
Study definitive on impact of exercise: Incremental benefits in type 2 diabetes equal to taking one medication
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October 27, 2005 - |
Doc spawns fertility research deal |
October 23, 2005 - |
28-minute Mini-Med lecture, 40 hours of preparation
Medical talks a hit with public, a challenge for physicians:
There's a public thirst for basic scientific knowledge, and audiences are willing to focus and work hard to follow along |
October 3, 2005 - |
Support Ottawa biotech |
September 29, 2005 - |
Stem cell centre cash comes with a catch: $800,000 donation from U.S. group challenges Ottawa to raise $2.8 million |
September 28, 2005 - |
Getting the jump on multiple sclerosis: Blood test shows promise as predictor |
September 22, 2005 - |
Teach CPR to spouses, neighbours of likely heart attack victims: expert:
Chance of survival increases four-fold with immediate action, conference hears |
April 20, 2005 - |
Ottawa researchers find clue to reversing diabetes |
October 2, 2004 - |
Two Davids against a Goliath: University of Ottawa researchers David Park and David Grimes are the leaders of a unique group with a huge challenge: Finding a cure for Parkinson's disease
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August 26, 2005 - |
Episiotomy rates painfully high: Ottawa scientist - Researcher questions why the procedure is commonly used |
August 5, 2005 - |
Tale of the costly test: An Ottawa doctor's startling discovery has led him to question whether expensive diagnostic tests lead to better patient care |
July 19, 2005 - |
Team solves mystery of babies' growth: Ottawa researchers find key to simple test, possible gene therapy |
June 18, 2005 - |
The librarian of our genes: Ottawa researcher Miguel Andrade is writing 'genetic dictionaries,' organizing a labyrinth of genetic information found in stem cells so that other researchers can scan through millions of pieces of DNA. |
June 9, 2005 - |
Experience matters in surgeries Volume affects survival rates: Study |
June 6, 2005 - |
U of O researcher helps patients navigate medical mayhem |
June 9, 2005 - |
Canada's first stem cell 'lines' created at Toronto hospital |
May 18, 2005 - |
Visionary discovery - Local scientists' finding changes way experts see retina |
April 22, 2005 - |
International Experts Renew Calls for Registration of Clinical Trials |
February 18, 2005 - |
Drugs Raise Risk of Suicide,
Analysis of Data Adds to Concerns On Antidepressants |
January 28, 2005 - |
Mice may shed light on mental disability |
December 1, 2004 - |
Multiple births pose health risk to moms |
November 9, 2004 - |
Bone marrow transplants appear to stop MS attacks |
October 15, 2004 - |
Ottawa Team Finds Muscular Dystrophy Clue - Researchers are learning why some drugs slow destruction of muscle, then stop working. |
September 24, 2004 - |
Cardiac arrest survival rate 'grim' - study: Less than 3% of Ottawa victims recover after heart stoppage |
September 16, 2004 - |
Bad news for dieters fat fights back: Ottawa researchers find fat cells are resistant to death |
August 23, 2004 - |
MD probes link between birth weight, teen obesity
Pregnant women eating too much, Ottawa doctor fears |
August 12, 2004 - |
Quick CPR treatment saves heart attack victims study |
August 6, 2004 - |
Ottawa Hospital reinforces commitment to patient safety |
June 25, 2004 - |
UNDECIDED? THE DOCTOR IS IN |
June 8, 2004 - |
Study off doc's chest Weight loss helps lungs work better |
June 8, 2004 - |
Weight seen as factor in breathing problems - Study rejects asthma diagnosis in some obese women |
May 14, 2004 - |
Researcher gets more than $2 M to study cancer - Scientist looks at effect of cold virus on cancer cells |
April 21, 2004 - |
OHRI in talks to spearhead International Regulome Consortium |
March 31, 2004 - |
HIV vaccine trial to include 20 Ottawa subjects - Unusual test combines two manufacturers' products |
March 28, 2004 - |
The mother of all studies tracks moms, babies for life - Ottawa MDs want to see how events in womb influence future health |
March 16, 2004 - |
Doctor bridges health care gap - Local makes research work for patients |
March 16, 2004 - |
Doctor wins award for 'Coles Notes' of medicine - Physicians can keep abreast of discoveries by reading summaries |
March 15, 2004 - |
March is DVT Awareness Month - Increased knowledge could save lives Ottawa doctors and researchers make important strides against deadly condition |
March 9, 2004 - |
Worth the risks - Clinical trials are sometimes the best hope for patients |
March 1, 2004 - |
Doctors do not profit from drug-research patient fee |
November 2, 2003 - |
The wonder cell: Scientists hope to harness stem cells in a war against debilitating diseases |
February 12, 2003 - |
Bed shortage, not patients, backlogs ERs |
February 5, 2003 - |
Ottawa researcher links diet, childhood diabetes: Wheat protein pinpointed in pioneering study |
January 23, 2003 - |
Discovery offers hope to children with fatal genetic disease |
January
17, 2002 - |
Thanks for the medical miracle |
January
12, 2002 - |
Unlocking the secrets of blindness |