A University of Oklahoma researcher is the first to discover that the sequence of the genetic defect in the neuromuscular disease Friedreich’s ataxia isn’t always as uniform as previously thought, a breakthrough finding that could spark changes in how the condition is diagnosed and studied.

Tim Fagan, D.D.S., MS, a clinical professor, chair of the Department of Developmental Sciences and head of the Division of Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry, has been honored as the Ronald A. Bell Mentor of the Year. The award is from the College of Diplomates of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

A group of Oklahoma City children recently donned floppy chef hats and aprons for the five-day C.H.A.M.P. Camp at the University of Oklahoma College of Allied Health in Oklahoma City, where they gained comprehensive knowledge of nutrition.

OU College of Dentistry’s Dr. Paul Tiwana is helping lead national efforts in cleft and craniofacial care as the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery recognizes National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month this July.

The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine has honored two outstanding resident physicians with the prestigious 2025 Lloyd Rader Award. This year’s recipients, Dr. Elizabeth Joy Trimble and Dr. Khawaja Hassan Akhtar, were selected for their exemplary achievements in clinical care research and leadership throughout their medical training.