Molecular Otolaryngology and Renal Research Laboratories - MORL

Molecular Otolaryngology and Renal Research Laboratories - MORL

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Welcome to the Molecular Otolaryngology and Renal Research Laboratories (MORL) at the University of Iowa!

The MORL are not-for profit academic laboratories that specialize in genetic causes of hearing loss, as well as, the complementology and genetics of complement-mediated renal diseases; using translation research to drive out clinical diagnostic service. Our laboratory is composed of two divisions: The Clinical Diagnostics Division and the Research Division. The MORL Clinical Diagnostics Division i

Photos from Molecular Otolaryngology and Renal Research Laboratories - MORL's post 10/07/2025
10/07/2025

During the 20th C3G Family Conference we asked everyone to put their finger print on a painting of a tree done by MORL's own Anna Carmen. Each fingerprint on this painting is a unique personal mark from attendees, speakers and labbies, forming a lasting symbol of their connection through the C3G Family Conferences. This tree symbolizes the growth that has been and will be towards further understanding and treatments of C3G.

10/07/2025

During the 20th C3G Family Conference we asked everyone to put their finger print on a painting of a tree done by MORL's own Anna Carmen. Each fingerprint on this painting is a unique personal mark from attendees, speakers and labbies, forming a lasting symbol of their connection through the C3G Family Conferences. This tree symbolizes the growth that has been and will be towards further understanding and treatments of C3G.

10/06/2025

The 20th C3G Family Conference is in the books. Thank you to all the attendees, speakers and MORLians who helped out for making this one the best one yet.

09/22/2025

Richard Smith, Seth Welsh, Hector Martin Merinero, and Nicole Meyer petting danger marsupials

Improving Precision Medicine: Updates to Genetic Testing Services 04/01/2025

Improving Precision Medicine: Exciting Enhancements to MORL's Genetic Testing Panels and Reports -

Improving Precision Medicine: Updates to Genetic Testing Services We appreciate your trust in MORL’s testing services and remain committed to supporting your patients with the most advanced genetic diagnostics available.   

Fabhalta approved by the FDA 03/24/2025

Fabhalta approved by the FDA, the first drug available worldwide specifically for the treatment of C3G -

Fabhalta approved by the FDA Dear C3G Family and Friends,   In 2015-16, Novartis partnered with the MORL to test three different compounds for possible use in C3G.  To expedite the process, a scientist from Switzerland did two mini-sabbaticals in the MORL to study these compounds under the guidance of MORL scientists using as...

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285 Newton Road, 5270 CBRB
Iowa City, IA
52242

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30am