OMRF is dedicated to understanding and developing more effective treatments for human disease. Its scientists perform laboratory and clinical research in such areas as heart disease, cancer, lupus and Alzheimer’s disease. OMRF develops deeper insights into disease, then translates those findings into diagnostics and therapeutics. Through innovative laboratory research, its scientists help Oklahomans and people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. As an independent biomedical research institute, OMRF focuses its efforts and resources on discrete areas of biomedical research to maximize the impact of its scientists’ work. 241 is a two-day event dedicated to supporting medical research at OMRF. This year, all proceeds will help OMRF recruit and retain scientists.