Chronic Disease Program

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November 23, 2011- New research sheds light on molecular pathways involved in resistance to chemotherapy in ovarian cancer cells
April 20, 2011- New research sheds light on “asymmetric” cell division
April 20, 2011- Another great year for the Kidney Research Centre
April 7, 2011- Dr. Benjamin Tsang receives OCRI Research Award
December 25, 2010- International study helps identify high risk pregnancies earlier
December 3, 2010- Prestigious honour for kidney research
November 24, 2010- Possible new strategy to reduce cholesterol
November 9, 2010- Ottawa scientist receives $100,000 Grand Challenges Explorations Grant for innovative global health research
August 20, 2009- A clue to the elusive cause of type 1 diabetes: Ottawa researchers investigate immune response to wheat
May 29, 2009- Dr. Michel Chrétien elected Fellow of the Royal Society of London
October 29, 2008- OHRI students organize CIHR Café Scientifique on HIV / AIDS prevention
October 7, 2008- Special honour for Dr. Michel Chrétien
January 1, 2008- Dr. Rhian Touyz is investigating molecular changes in blood vessels that may contribute to hypertension
May 3, 2007- Grand opening of the Kidney Research Centre
December 4, 2006- Ottawa study reveals “normal” form of the prion protein associated with neurodegenerative diseases could have role in blood sugar regulation
August 1, 2006- Dr. Kursad Turksen’s research on skin cells may lead to new ways to protect premature babies, promote wound-healing, and treat various skin disorders
March 31, 2006- Fighting back: HIV is deadly because it destroys the immune system.
But Dr. Paul MacPherson is looking for ways to help the immune system fight back.