Children's Hospital & Research Center of Oakland, (CHORI) is located in Northern California in Oakland (across the bridge from San Francisco). CHORI origins go back to 1912 under a different name. CHORI research on pediatric Cystic Fibrosis, sickle cell, HIV/AIDS, cancer and a host of child diseases and disorders is the highlight of this teaching hospital, graduate research institute and patient care institutions.
Scientists discover soy component may be key to fighting colon cancer
A study conducted by Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland scientists identifies a new class of therapeutic agents found naturally in soy that can prevent and possibly treat colon cancer, the third most deadly form ...
New vitamin K analysis supports the triage theory
An important analysis conducted by Children's Hospital Oakland Research Institute scientists suggests the importance of ensuring optimal dietary intakes of vitamin K to prevent age-related conditions such as bone fragility, ...
New syndrome of allergy, apraxia, malabsorption characterized
A landmark study conducted by Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland is the first to reveal a new syndrome in children that presents with a combination of allergy, apraxia and malabsorption.
Scientists discover new source for harvesting stem cells
A groundbreaking study conducted by Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland is the first to reveal a new avenue for harvesting stem cells from a woman's placenta, or more specifically the discarded placentas ...
Groundbreaking study on complex movements of enzymes
A groundbreaking study has revealed in great detail how enzymes in the cell cooperate to make fat. These enzymes are integrated into a single molecular complex known as fatty acid synthase. This complex is regarded as a potential ...