News archive | Institute for Experimental Medical Research (IEMR)

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New collaboration between IEMR and LHL

On March 6^th, representatives from the Oslo LHL board visited IEMR to establish a new collaboration.

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dSTORM: In a blink of a molecule

Postdoctoral fellow at IEMR, Xin Shen, explains how he and his colleagues can distinguish subcellular structures down to 15 nanometers by using the technique dSTORM.

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Using powerful magnets to understand overloaded hearts

The Institute for Experimental Medical Research (IEMR) at the University of Oslo and Oslo University Hospital are developing a new imaging method to discover the secrets of the diseased heart.

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Pop-sci from IEMR: Enough Covid. We need to talk about heart failure.

For two years, the world has focused on one disease. It’s the time to remind ourselves of other diseases that will stay with us even after the pandemic. Professor at IEMR, Mathis Korseberg Stokke, suggests we start with heart failure.

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FACS – new method and equipment

The heart contains more than 20 different cell types and sub-populations. Separating different cell types from each other allows more precise analysis of the cells.

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A steady-handed robot for faster and more precise genotyping

A new method for genotyping is now being implemented at the Laboratory and Technical sections at IEMR. It is faster, more reliable and reduces cost.

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UiO blog: The heart’s rythm is the rythm of life – always changing

The heart is like a jazz bands attentive rythm section: Always responding to impulses from the rest of the body. But how?

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IEMR anniversary: 70 years of translational research

In 2021, the Institute for Experimental Medical Research celebrates its 70 year anniversary. Since its foundation in 1951, the institute has developed into one of Norways largest and most successful research environments. Professor Emeritus and former Head of IEMR, Ole M. Sejersted reflects on what brought the institute to its current position.

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New opportunities at IEMR: Full circuit at the Core facility for large animal research

The IEMR way is excellent cardiac research from bench to bedside. “And back again!” adds Professor Mathis Korseberg Stokke, fired up by recent events at the Core facility for large animal research.

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Our Fellow scientist in Manchester

Andreas Romaine, postdoctoral researcher at IEMR, is interested in understanding the underlying causes of heart failure. He is currently in Manchester, as part of the Scientia Fellows programme.