Accelerating Science

UO chooses a leader for its first-ever department of bioengineering

Danielle Benoit, an expert in therapeutic biomaterials, is the inaugural Lokey Chair

UO researchers test an innovative approach to regenerating cartilage

A team led by Gabriella Lindberg is using a new tool to study ways of restoring tissue

NSF grant will help probe the power of proteins from stem cells

Marian Hettiaratchi receives a sought-after $600,000 CAREER Award to pursue the idea

Trustees approve Knight Campus funds, presidential profile

Other action at the recent meeting included approval of a new degree, UO Portland funds

Paper looks at latest advances in bone, tissue regeneration

Advances in bioengineering, materials science offer hope for breakthrough therapies

UO undergrads working to develop a concussion biosensor

The university’s first iGEM team will present its work at an international event in October

New NSF grant helps build a pipeline for STEM students

The $4.3 million grant will help low-income community college students pursue research careers

Wu Tsai Alliance enhances performance for the human race

At the UO, a founding partner in the group, more than a dozen research projects are funded

Damien Callahan and Injuries in Athletes

Knight Campus scientist Damien Callahan studies elite athletes for clues about muscle rehabilitation after injury

Knight Campus talk to focus on the cornea and vision science

Research professor Bala Ambati will explore how scientists are addressing eye conditions