Research news
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Unlikely that high cholesterol or statins increase the risk of dementia
Aug. 16, 2022 10:12 AM
Many patients stop taking medication for high cholesterol because they are afraid it may have negative side effects. But the observed association between risk of dementia and high cholesterol, may be caused by your lifestyle.
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Discovery of a gene that can reduce brain damage in newborns
Aug. 16, 2022 10:09 AM
The gene helps to repair brain damage caused by a lack of oxygen during birth, Norwegian researchers found.
Research events
The value creation potential in the health industry has received increased attention in Norway, and reports over the past five years show significant growth. We bring together the actors along the health industry value chain to discuss how we can realise even more of the potential for value creation in this sector.
Cand.med. Didrik Bakke Dukefoss at Institute of Basic Medical Sciences will be defending the thesis “Roles of Astroglia in Cortical Spreading Depression” for the degree of PhD (Philosophiae Doctor).
Funding opportunities
Announcements of various research grants, stipends and awards.