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Student athlete suicide rates have doubled since 2002
OHSU contributed to a study that finds college athlete suicide rates have gone from 7.5% to more than 15% between 2002 and 2022: Inside Higher Ed

OHSU, PSU open new center for behavioral health and aging

Walt Dawson, D.Phil., co-director of the center, says, "There's a real need to better focus on behavioral health needs of older adults": KOIN

How wearable tech can combat Parkinson's disease

Fay Horak, Ph.D., says: "Freezing is a common reason for falls. In fact, Parkinson's disease is responsible for more falls than any other chronic disease.”: futurum

Walking, reminiscing benefit brain health in older Black adults
OHSU research project finds improved mood, cognitive function through walking, socializing: OHSU News

OHSU aims to reduce differences in how women, men experience, are treated for pain

Center for Women's Health conducting survey to study range of pain management options, enhance safety, trust with patients: OHSU News

Oregon Poison Center sees dramatic increase in young children exposed to fentanyl

Amid growing public health crisis, OHSU researchers report 449% increase in exposure to the potentially deadly drug among young children in the United States: OHSU News

Online conversations show potential cognitive benefit for socially isolated older adults

New study from OHSU researchers is spotlighted: NIA press release

In Oregon, psilocybin treatment is an experiment in real time

Daniel Nicoli, D.O., says, "We're certainly not saying we don't want psilocybin to be medicine. We're just saying we want the research in place.": NPR

OHSU researchers confirm cumulative, brain-wide effects of ADHD
Using neuroimaging, new study demonstrates potential for improved prediction of ADHD symptoms in young patients: OHSU News

OHSU scientists awarded funding to extend leading-edge research

Projects will involve unique approaches to neuroimaging, mapping neural circuits, 'oncoGPT' for cancer: OHSU News

OHSU enhances incisionless treatment for tremor, trains surgeons nationwide

OHSU Brain Institute first in the country to use most recent version of technology that improves patient comfort, reduces procedure time: OHSU News

Study says cannabis doesn't up vehicle accident risk but alcohol intake does

OHSU contributed to a study that finds cannabis use alone is not associated with an increased risk of motor vehicle accidents, while using alcohol alone or with cannabis is: Cannabis News Wire

Perconception experiences of moms - and dads - may influence babies' development

Joel Nigg, Ph.D., and co-authors write about emerging science to ascertain how a parent's life experiences may shape the expression of genes in their offspring even before a child is conceived: ADDitude

New sensor manufacturing method developed for deep brain activity

OHSU and others helped UC San Diego design, manufacture, test and analyze sensors that record neuron activity in the brain: Medical Design and Outsourcing

What parrots can teach us about human intelligence

Commentary on work from the lab of Claudio Mello, M.D., Ph.D.: Science News

Study reveals function of little-understood synapse in the brain
Study could be useful in developing new therapies for multiple sclerosis, neurodegenerative conditions, brain cancer: OHSU News

Small robot makes big difference for cochlear implant

Corvallis woman is first person on West Coast to undergo robot-assisted surgery with new device: OHSU News

Residential addiction treatment for U.S. teens is scarce, expensive

OHSU-led study suggests it's crucial to improve treatment in outpatient settings, including primary care: OHSU News

Study applies scientific rigor to herbal supplement purported to improve memory, delay dementia

OHSU human trial examines effects of the botanical Gotu kola on biomarkers in blood, brain scans: OHSU News

Medicaid coverage of physical, behavioral health together does not improve access, care

"The surprising result is that nothing really changed," said lead researcher of OHSU-led analysis: OHSU News

Tribal program takes addiction treatment on the road

Study highlights Grand Ronde initiative to deliver care to people where they are; mobile methadone unit believe to be the first that is tribally operated in the country: OHSU News

The state's leading psychiatrist says Oregon's approach to mental health is wrong

George Keepers, M.D., shares insight on Oregon's fragmented mental health system: Willamette Week

More sleep = better brain health

OHSU research on the sleep-brain connection is highlighted: OPB

New research by Oregon scientists reveals cell death contributing to Alzheimer's and vascular dementia

Research by Stephen Back, M.D., Ph.D., reveals for the first time that a form of cell death known as ferroptosis destroys microglia cells: KATU2

Protein study could one day advance Parkinson's, breast cancer care
OHSU scientists discover how bacteria build protein signals in cells during infection: OHSU News

Team conducts first awake spine surgery at OHSU
Approach is less invasive, allows faster recovery; patient calls it a great experience: OHSU News

OHSU research highlights the intersection of sleep and trauma in kids
MinKyoung Song, Ph.D., describes her research: KGW

Tai chi may help improve memory, slow Parkinson's disease progression, new studies show
Study co-author Kerri Winters-Stone, Ph.D., says, "We have to think about the long-term benefits of exercise.": Health

At OHSU, researchers test a promising Alzheimer's drug - and search for a cause
Researchers at OHSU are contributing to an international study exploring possible treatments for and the cause of Alzheimer's: OPB

Black volunteers sought for Alzhzeimer's drug study at OHSU
OHSU is looking for a diverse group of volunteers to participate in a nationwide clinical trial: The Skanner

OHSU confirms first nonhuman primate model of Usher syndrome
Researchers now have a model for testing gene therapy as a treatment for leading cause of blindness-deafness: OHSU News

Pill for skin disease also curbs excessive drinking

Study from OHSU, research institutions nationwide lands on promising treatment for alcohol use disorder: OHSU News

OHSU clinical trial tests exercise for multiple sclerosis treatment

Research examines whether exercise helps restore myelin in the central nervous system to address MS symptoms: OHSU News

Study highlights nationwide reliance on emergency departments for mental health care

Using Medicaid databases of millions of Americans, OHSU researchers find limited access to appropriate mental health care: OHSU News

OHSU physician-scientist pioneers research to better understand maternal sleep apnea

Study will evaluate the impact of sleep apnea on fetal brain development, postnatal health outcomes: OHSU News

Zaps to the spinal cord improved patients' paralysis after stroke

Helmi Lutsep, M.D., says, "I think it's amazing. I think patients will be thrilled if this comes to fruition.": Wall Street Journal

Cupid's arrow to the brain: The neuroscience of music and love

Larry Sherman, Ph.D., joins Portland Chamber Orchestra and singer/composer Naomi LaViolette for a spirited lecture on love and music on Valentine's Day: Oregon Arts Watch

More on Psilocybin

In a letter published by Current Psychiatry, Aryan Sarparast, M.D., clarifies a common misconception about Oregon legalizing the use of psilocybin. He writes, "The intention of the Oregon Psilocybin Services rollout was that these services would not be of the medical model.": MD edge

Even simple motions make ripples across the brain, study finds

Using a technique called intracranial EEG, OHSU and University of Oregon research finds simple movements like pushing a button sends ripples of activity through neuron networks located throughout the brain: Around the O

OHSU part of clinical trial aiming to prevent Alzheimer's before symptoms start
Participant says she's committed to preventing Alzheimer's in her daughter's generation: OHSU News

OHSU neuroscientist: Grammy nominees are a brainy bunch

Practicing - or even listening to - music directly benefits brain health, function: OHSU News

Science news roundup: COVID-detecting bubbles, bike safety, a vaccine for breast cancer

Cryo-electron microscopy research led by Eric Gouaux, Ph.D., that revealed the molecular machinery by which hearing occurs in the inner ear, is included in the roundup of of top science news for December: OPB

OHSU to test if rewarding safer drug use reduces fatal overdoses in Oregon

Todd Korthuis, M.D., is leading a new project that aims to reduce illicit drug use and overdose deaths through contingency management: The Lund Report

COVID isolated people. Long COVID makes it worse

Jordan Anderson, D.O., says even patients who live with loved ones can feel alone if their family members don't understand the condition or take it seriously: Medscape

Cochlear implant performance bolstered by brainstem neuroplastic nucleus

Lina Reiss, Ph.D., provides outside expert commentary on a study that concluded stimulating the brainstem's locus coeruleus region could improve hearing for patients with cochlear implants: Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News

40 under 40

Marissa Co, Ph.D., is named one of the 40 rising young star researchers working on autism-related science who are under 40 years old: Spectrum

Research to Prevent Blindness marks $400 million in funding to advance eye disease research

Yali Jia, Ph.D., received a grant to develop a new imaging platform to measure neurovascular changes associated with age-related macular degeneration: Research to Prevent Blindness

OHSU partners with semiconductor company to develop smartwatch that detects key mental health indicator
OHSU researchers, ADI engineers are developing evidence-based technology to help address rising mental health crisis in teens: OHSU News

OHSU receives federal funding for behavioral health services coordination project

The $800,000 appropriation will advances statewide, collaborative effort: OHSU News

OHSU leads research on health disparities in autism care, other early childhood communication disorders

More than $1 million in grants support multi-state investigation of key factors in access to care, including structural racism, discrimination: OHSU News

Teen cannabis use has increased 245% over 20 years, study finds

OHSU physician-scientists identify trends in abuse, misuse of a variety of substances among youth in the United States: OHSU News

Despite soaring overdoes rates, Americans face barriers to treatment

OHSU addiction medicine specialists call for flexible, responsive health systems in new publication: OHSU News

Feeling tired in the morning? Four factors are key to alertness levels

Andrew McHill, Ph.D., provides outside expert commentary on a study that suggests various lifestyle factors have a larger impact on morning alertness than genetics: MedicalNewsToday

Andrew Adey: Single cell imaging, technology development and creativity

Tools in the Adey Lab are disease agnostic, and currently are being applied to study neurodevelopment as well as cancer biology: OHSU Research News

Phase 1 trial begins for drug to augment therapies for major depressive disorder

ABX-002 is a brain-boosting thyroid hormone receptor beta agonist that has the potential to augment antidepressant therapies: OHSU Research News

Racial disparities and mental health care: An explainer and research roundup
The Journalist's Resource, May 18, 2022

Physician-scientist Marian Dale is talking the walk
OHSU News, May 5, 2022

New study reveals the effect of extended space flight on astronauts' brains
OHSU News, May 5, 2022

Vitamins, minerals improve symptoms for children with ADHD
OHSU News, May 4, 2022

Portland family highlights the challenges of accessing mental health help
KATU, April 26, 2022

Are you a Veteran with tinnitus? Why it happens and what you can do
Health Hearing, April 25, 2022

New treatment for tremors: Cutting-edge brain surgery with no cutting
OHSU News, April 21, 2022

COVID-19 pandemic shows telehealth's potential for providing mental health services
Medical Economics, April 13, 2022