Celebration of Life for Dr. Paul Kincade, Jan. 9

A celebration of life for Dr. Paul Kincade was held on Friday, Jan. 9, at 3 p.m. in Wileman Learning Center.

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A world-renowned immunologist, Dr. Kincade spent more than three decades at OMRFand was the founding scientific director of OCASCR. His passing marked the end of a long and remarkable life and scientific career.

Distinguished Speaker Seminars

Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Juan M. Melero- Martin, Ph.D.

Hosted by Xin-Zhang, Ph.D.

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Joshua Butcher, Ph.D., is studying skeletal muscle as a key regulator of health across species.

Guarev Varshney, Ph.D., leads a project to create biological tools to help diagnose rare genetic diseases. 

Matlock Jeffries, MD, leads a project to investigate microorganisms responsible for artificial joint infections. 

Swapan Nath, Ph.D., receives $3.4 million to explore genetic links to lupus. 

Spring Conference?

OCASCR is accepting applications for Education/Travel Grants. Click here.

Next OCASCR Grant Deadline: September, 2026

Proposals will be accepted for research, enabling, equipment, and education grants. Some of the FAQs have changed. The substantive changes are highlighted. Please click here for more information.

Core Facilities

Check out the updated list of equipment that is available to all scientists in Oklahoma.

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