USC researchers make diverse genomic data available to scientists
The Keck Genomics Platform gives scientists a better reflection of the nation’s diversity.
Turning the Immune System Against Colon Cancer
Patient Ryan D’Cunha was devastated when he learned a genetic mutation resulted in colon cancer. But he found hope at USC.
Award-winning genomic scientist to build new department and institute at USC
John David Carpten will put together a team to study genes and create personalized patient care.
Biologists uncover source of widespread genomic instability in primitive cells
USC Dornsife biologists gain insight into the instability arising during the early stages of embryonic cell development.
How scientists track the genetic arms race between humans and mosquitoes
Researchers studying mosquito populations show that strong evolutionary pressure drives the pests to adapt quickly to human influences on their local environment.
How international scientists try to understand the origins of ovarian cancer
Keck Medicine of USC researchers take part in a study highlighting genetic variants.
USC team’s DNA research is shaping up
Scientists aim to combine two fields — genomics and structural biology — to understand protein-DNA recognition.
Farnham lab helps create landmark genetic roadmap
Researchers track the body’s biological activities to explain how genes make us who we are.
Gene discovery prevents weight gain with a high-sugar diet
A genetic mutation may be the crucial link to prevent obesity with high-sugar diets.
National team to study genetics of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder
Using DNA samples compiled by USC, the team will create the most comprehensive resource to date on the disorders.
How gene expression affects facial expressions
USC duo uses time-lapse imaging to observe normal and abnormal development.
Industry teams with academics to achieve medical advances
USC Dornsife and a nonprofit research institute will collaborate to transform basic research into medicines.
Small variations in genetic code can team up to have a big impact
USC scientists find that complex interactions among genetic variants have major ramifications.
Research increases grasp of prostate cancer predisposition
The research combined data mining through bioinformatics and lab work to put hypotheses to the test.
Scientists find genetic mechanism linking aging to specific diets
USC scientists Sean Curran and Shanshan Pang have identified a collection of genes that allow an organism to adapt to different diets.
Genetic link to Type 2 diabetes found
Keck School scientists are part of an international team that has uncovered a new genetic clue that contributes to an increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
Innovation leads to recognition
An innovative researcher, Remo Rohs is being noticed in big ways.
Air pollution, genetics combine to increase risk for autism
Exposure to air pollution appears to increase the risk for autism among people who carry a genetic disposition for the neurodevelopment disorder, according to new research.
USC professors study role of DNA enzyme in cancer
Chemotherapy offers cancer patients hope of a cure or at least of remission. The problem with the treatment is that all too often a hard-won remission is only temporary.
Keck School charts effects of genetic mutation linked to Alzheimer’s
People who carry a genetic mutation associated with Alzheimer’s disease may develop the disease three years earlier than expected.
Stronger research through fewer keystrokes
USC scientists have created a Web-based search tool that allows researchers to find individuals who meet their criteria very quickly.”
USC study unlocks biology with math
Scientists at USC have created a mathematical model that explains and predicts the biological process that creates antibody diversity.
We are family
New research by Peter Ralph of the USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences has confirmed that everyone on Earth is related to everyone else on the planet.
The secret life of fruit flies
USC Dornsife Professor Sergey Nuzhdin uses fruit flies to examine whether behavior is genetic- or social environment-based.