Patient visits inspire USC scientist’s lab work toward curing rare disease
The development of a crystal structure gives molecular biologist a clear view of how myasthenia graves behaves.
USC Viterbi researcher uses novel technique to battle cancer, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
USC Viterbi’s Sangpil Yoon uses high-frequency ultrasound to deliver molecules through cells.
How to stay healthy, and maybe find a career, in the age of biotech
Pioneering USC surgeon shares wellness tips and talks about biotech opportunities at East L.A. College health fair.
The possible long-term complications of traumatic brain injury
USC researcher uses sophisticated techniques to understand the effects of such injuries among older adults.
USC physical therapists treat soldiers at military bases across the country
Three Trojans find more autonomy in the military, where they are the first line of defense when injuries occur.
Researchers look for a way to detect Alzheimer’s before symptoms emerge
Cognitive tests in older adults without symptoms could do the job, a Keck School of Medicine of USC study finds.
International team uncovers new approach to combat deadly fungal infection
Researchers from USC and France identify a gene-regulating protein that is critical for the survival of a pathogenic fungus.
Studying the social factors that influence health outcomes
Reginald Tucker-Seeley looks beyond simple income measures to find out how a person’s finance-related feelings and behaviors affect disparities in physical and mental health.
Happy 10th birthday, iPhone: You’ve changed the world in addictive ways
Our love of smartphones shows no sign of stopping a decade after Apple released its first one.
Shorter strides, faster walking, regular falls: the difficulties of dealing with Parkinson’s
With physical therapy — and weekly boxing classes — one man found the footing to hold off his mental and physical decline because of the neurological disease.
Researchers discover what may be earliest stage of Alzheimer’s
Clusters of a sticky protein — amyloid plaque — found in the brain signal mental decline years before symptoms appear, a new study finds.
Poor diet, plus Alzheimer’s gene, may fuel the disease
Could a healthy diet spare people who have an Alzheimer’s gene from developing the disease? USC researchers suggest the issue deserves more study.
W. M. Keck Foundation names health care center at USC with $10 million gift
Generous support expands on prior $150 million gift for Keck Medicine of USC.
Overweight children are excluded from friendships and disliked by peers, USC study finds
Negative social interactions can increase the kids’ risk of loneliness, depression, poor eating habits and illness.
USC scientist ‘reprograms’ roving immune cells in Alzheimer’s research
The novel, less invasive approach produces functional nerve cells for patients.
Every 66 seconds, someone in the U.S. develops Alzheimer’s
Marking Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, USC researchers analyze big data, help caregivers and create preventive medication to discover factors that protect us as we age.
A new model for care: People with mental illness help others in the same situation
Peer navigators help clients to make medical appointments, find transportation and communicate with providers.
USC research could lead to treatment for common lung diseases
$6.9 million NIH grant allows Keck School of Medicine of USC team to study the regeneration of lung cells.
Think fast: Your CPR response could mean the difference between recovery or a coma, or worse
USC-led study shows that bystander CPR is associated with favorable neurological survival for drowning victims in cardiac arrest.
Facing old age behind bars: Photos illustrate aging inmates’ challenges
USC research fellow works with award-winning photographer on project they hope can kick off a conversation on how society views justice.
How to stay sane: Give emotional support to friends and family, but let them help you, too
An imbalance in social support — whether someone provides more than they receive or vice versa — is associated with worse psychological health, according to a USC study.
USC social work effort works to advance LGBT health research
Health Equity Initiative brings together experts to advance studies for a population whose members have dramatically higher rates of mental and behavioral health problems than their peers.
Medical research inspires art
Artists are paired with researchers to produce fascinating work displayed on the USC Health Sciences Campus.
No two days are alike for elite occupational therapist at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
USC alumna treats an array of teens and newborns — and she even makes hand splints for infants.