Orloff Science Award

Mitochondrial DNA Replication and Inheritance

Thursday, October 13, 2016

Reblogged from the NHLBI Intranet (NIH access).

Dr. Hong Xu's team’s expertise in mitochondrial DNA genetics, along with a strong mitochondrial biology research group in the IRP, allowed them to solve the fundamental biological question of how organisms are able to stop the accumulation of mitochondrial DNA mutations from being passed on to future generations.

Collaboration Identifies Role of DNA-PK in Asthma

Tuesday, May 3, 2016

Reblog from the NHLBI Intranet (NIH-only access).

Second in the Orloff Award recipient series are Drs. Jay Chung and Stewart Levine for their characterization of the role of DNA-dependent protein kinase (DNA-PK) in dendritic cell function in asthma and for the identification of the role of pharmacological inhibition of DNA-PK as a novel treatment approach for asthma.

Orloff Science Awards Recognize Aplastic Anemia Treatment

Tuesday, March 8, 2016

Reblogged from the NHLBI Intranet (NIH-only access). Originally posted on March 2, 2016.

From genetic studies to pharmacology, the Orloff Science Awards honor the remarkable work and responsibilities our researchers undertake every day to make a difference in the world—science that truly matters and impacts human health.