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It's well-known that black raspberries fight cancer. A new study has found that cheaper berries such as blueberries work about as well.

The berry studies were conducted at the Ohio State Medical Center, which was recently named one of "America's Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report.

Engineering professor Lisa Abrams is riding to celebrate another cancer-free birthday. Nancy Taggart is riding in memory of a 25-year-old nephew, who just lost a two-year battle with melanoma. They're among thousands riding in Ohio State�s Pelotonia bike tour Aug. 20-22 to end cancer.

Learn more about Pelotonia and meet other Pelotonia riders.

There's no magic elixir for wrinkles, but Ohio State researchers have discovered an enzyme that may have potential for repairing sun-damaged DNA. The discovery holds promise for future sunburn remedies and skin cancer prevention.

Find out how this enzyme could lead to new treatment.

The Royal Shakespeare Company, in association with Ohio State, is bound for the Big Apple in summer 2011. The theatre company will perform five Shakespeare plays, including an exclusive performance of Romeo and Juliet for Ohio State friends and family, to raise money for the arts.

Find out more.

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O-H-I-O: Four Heismans

Ohio State's four living Heisman winners: Hop Cassady, Archie Griffin, Eddie George, and Troy Smith. Watch them discuss the meaning of the trophy. More O-H-I-O images.

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