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TOTAL SPONSORED AWARDS - State FY 24                                                                                 TOTAL FEDERAL AWARDS - State FY 24
$217.3 MILLION                                                                                                                                $132.8 MILLION


OU Health Sciences has achieved its highest-ever ranking in the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research rankings, reaching No. 102 nationally for NIH funding—a 27-spot climb in two years—placing it among the top 3.6% of institutions receiving NIH support. With $75.2 million in NIH funding in FY2024, this recognition reflects the dedication of faculty, researchers, and staff in advancing biomedical and clinical research that improves patient outcomes and strengthens the university’s impact. 


OU Health Physicians Event Supports Obesity Treatment, Research and Education


Published: Thursday, April 14, 2022

TULSA -- OU Health Physicians Tulsa and Ascension St. John Medical Center, Tulsa, are co-sponsors of the Walk from Obesity +FunRun, set for Saturday, April 30, 2022, at Hunter Park, 5804 E. 91st Street in Tulsa.

     This fundraising event benefits the Oklahoma and Arkansas state chapters of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), a 501c3 nonprofit. Proceeds of the event support obesity treatment, research, education and access to care initiatives.

    Oklahoma currently ranks ninth in the nation among states where obesity rates are accelerating, driving an obesity epidemic. Carah Horn, MBA-HCA, BSN, R.N., said the specialized team at OU Health Physicians has harnessed the necessary resources to educate patients and facilitate their journey to better health and quality of life.

     “OU Health Physicians offers a truly comprehensive weight management program served by board-certified obesity medicine physicians, fellowship-trained surgeons, registered dietitian and nurses. As demonstrated by this event, walking is a great activity that not only may prevent this chronic disease, but also combat its dire effects. To be effective, healthy activities must become habits.”

     ASMBS is the largest national society representing obesity-related specialties. Its vision is to improve public health and well-being by decreasing the global burden of the disease of obesity and related conditions and complications. The walk/run event is a self-paced, non-competitive opportunity for the Tulsa community to work together in the fight for more effective obesity prevention and treatment.

     Advance online registration is $25, through April 29 at noon Onsite registrations are $35, payable by cash, money order or check, from 9 to 10 a.m. the day of the event.

     Each adult online registration includes event entry, complimentary t-shirt and bag, as well as an online participant/fundraising page. Children under age 12 may register free with a registered parent or guardian. Access the paper registration form during online registration in the “Resources” section in the Participant Dashboard when parent/guardian registration is completed. Registered children may receive a bag and free coloring/activity book, available while supplies last.

        Learn more about the event, register, or make a donation here:

https://fundraise.asmbsfoundation.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=910

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TSET Legacy Grants are due on Monday, June 16th by Noon.  Due to the number of OUHSC applicants ALL TSET Legacy Grants will have a five (5) day deadline for submission to ORA for review.

They will be due to ORA no later than Noon on Monday, June 9th.  Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received.

An Important Note from ORA – this is to notify the campus that the GRANTS team in ORA is currently four people short.   Please be patient and ensure your applications are submitted on time as required while we work through all proposals/requests and acquire new team members


Implementation of New Initiatives and Policies Page Now Available

We have posted an Implementation of New Initiatives and Policies page on the NIH Grants & Funding Website to pull together the latest information on recent and upcoming changes that impact applications and grants administration.

Page Highlights

  • NIH Grants and Funding Information Status. Keep up to date on how NIH grants and funding information is evolving as we align with new agency priorities (e.g., status of communications, funding opportunities, application guidance, and more).
  • Upcoming Changes. Get the latest status on in-progress initiatives like our adoption of Biographical Sketch and Current and Pending (Other) Support.
  • Recent Changes. Learn about key initiatives implemented in 2024 that culminated in numerous changes to grant application content and review for due dates on or after January 25, 2025 and any adjustments made to those initiatives.

WORKSHOPS AND SEMINARS

Inaugural Annual Neurology Research Symposium – Hosted by the Department of Neurology at OU Health – Date & Location: Friday, June 13, 2025, at the Basic Sciences Education Building (West Lecture Hall).

This year’s theme is Vascular Cognitive Impairment (VCI), with a keynote lecture by Farzaneh A. Sorond, MD, alongside presentations from leading researchers in the field. The event will include panel sessions, oral and poster presentations, and networking opportunities.
Visit for more information: https://medicine.ouhsc.edu/academic-departments/neurology/neurology-symposium

Registration is now open – https://medicine.ouhsc.edu/academic-departments/neurology/neurology-symposium/registration

Abstract submissions are welcomed from all trainees and faculty.
KEY DATES
* April 18, 2025 – Abstract Submission Opens
* May 15, 2025 – Abstract Submission Deadline
* June 1, 2025 – Abstracts Notifications
* June 13, 2025 – Symposium Day
For questions, please contact Faddi-SalehVelez@ouhsc.edu; Calin-Prodan@ouhsc.edu

Hamm Prize Jury Symposium 2025 for Biomedical Research in Diabetes

Tuesday, April 29th at 8:00 AM at the Bird Library Auditorium, RM 299

For additional information please refer to the attached flyer.

Save the Date Stewart Wolf Research Day 2025 on May 16, 2025. This event is for trainees to highlight their research from the DOM, and consists of poster and oral presentations, abstract submissions, and a keynote speaker. Please see the attached flyer.

KEY DATES:

October 10, 2024                          Abstract Submission Opens

March 19, 2025 at 11:59 PM           Abstract Submission Deadline

April 16, 2025                                     Notifications Sent to Presenters about Poster and/or Oral Presentations

May 1, 2025                                        Deadline for Copy of Posters and Oral Presentations to be Submitted

May 16, 2025                                     Stewart Wolf Day Events

For any inquiries or questions about this event, please contact ryan-nipp@ouhsc.edu.