Study published in Endocrinology by Heritage College researchers finds disruption of the growth hormone receptor gene in adipose tissue results in increased lifespan in mice
October 25, 2022 A study of mice led by the Heritage College and Edison Biotechnology Institute researchers has shown that stopping the activity of growth hormone in fat cells can improve health and increase lifespan.
Ohio mental health and addiction director experiences OHIO’s VR and its potential for health care and law enforcement training
October 24, 2022 Ohio University hosted Lori Criss, director of the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, and her staff for an immersive presentation on the University’s use of virtual reality.
Appalachian institute expands focus to advance health equity research locally and globally
October 21, 2022 The institute formerly known as the Appalachian Rural Health Institute has broadened its focus beyond rural health and expanded its reach beyond Appalachia. It now operates as the Appalachian Institute to Advance Health Equity Science (ADVANCE).
Board approves creation of two new centers within OMNI
October 21, 2022 The Ohio University Board of Trustees approved the creation of two new centers, the Injury and Pain Research Center and the Center for Healthy Aging, both housed within the Ohio Musculoskeletal and Neurological Institute (OMNI).
Board of Trustees approves Housing Master Plan, Heritage College research facility, gets update on presidential search
October 21, 2022 The Ohio University Board of Trustees approved the 2022 Housing Master Plan as well as a new research facility for the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine during its meetings on Oct. 20-21 at Ohio University’s Athens campus.
Heritage College educator joins prestigious Courage to Teach society
October 20, 2022 Sharon Casapulla, Ed.D., M.P.H., has been inducted into Courage to Teach, a prestigious teaching honorary society that recognizes medical educators who demonstrate profound humanism in medicine.
Board of Trustees to consider Housing Master Plan, Heritage College research facility
October 12, 2022 The Ohio University Board of Trustees will consider the 2022 Housing Master Plan and the expansion of several academic programs to regional campuses during its meetings on Oct. 20-21 at Ohio University’s Athens campus.
$1 million gift to OHIO's Heritage College honors osteopathic manipulative medicine pioneer Robert Fulford
October 5, 2022 The Heritage College will receive a $700,000 gift from investor Richard Fulford in honor of his late father, Robert C. Fulford, D.O., a pioneer in osteopathic manipulative medicine.
Heritage College hosts panel during Black Alumni Reunion
October 4, 2022 As part of Ohio University's Black Alumni Reunion, the Heritage College organized a panel of physicians to discuss a range of topics.
Students switch roles with deaf individuals at training event
October 4, 2022 Students learned firsthand the challenges deaf patients face at a recent training event.
Families of body donors say altruism motivates gift
September 26, 2022 During the Body Donor Memorial Service, friends and family said a desire to help others was the driving force behind why their loved ones gifted their bodies to science.
OHIO brings in record-setting first year class to Athens Campus
September 8, 2022 It’s official – OHIO has welcomed the largest first-year class of students in the institution’s 218-year history.
Heritage Hall to host Bivalent booster vaccine clinic on Sept. 10
September 8, 2022 The Athens City-County Health Department will host a booster vaccine clinic at Heritage Hall from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 10, where the new Bivalent booster will be distributed.
"Rethinking Poverty" workshop helps instill empathy in new class of medical students
September 6, 2022 Students participated in an interactive workshop designed to build awareness and provoke discussion about social determinants of health and the implications of living in under-resourced communities.
Science Café kicks off with 'Worms in Space: Improving Astronaut Muscle Health' on Sept. 7
August 24, 2022 The fall 2022 Science Café lineup kicks off with Nathaniel Szewczyk discussing "Worms in Space: Improving Astronaut Muscle Health" at 5 p.m. on Sept. 7.