USC alumna puts her gerontology degree to work as a technology executive
Dr. Kerry Burnight says a degree in gerontology can apply to any career because aging is living. Learn how her doctorate from the USC Leonard Davis School led to a variety of rewarding positions in academic, non-profit and technology sectors.
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Giving back and staying connected can benefit older adults this holiday season, say USC experts in aging
Even small gestures like sharing recipes or making cards can help combat COVID-19-related loneliness and isolation over the holidays.
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Caring for Caregivers
Amid challenges posed by COVID-19, recent national attention on the needs of caregivers is long overdue, says Donna Benton, director of the USC Family Caregiver Support Center.
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Newly published studies explore factors affecting lifespan and reproduction
Two USC studies on diet and sperm quality in C. elegans illustrate how changes in the tiny worms could lay the groundwork for further research in humans.
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USC study: Most Medicare beneficiaries say they don’t receive structured cognitive assessments at wellness visits
Results reinforce need to evaluate policies and practices around detecting impairment, according to researchers.
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How will COVID-19 affect our next generation?
In-utero exposure to the coronavirus pandemic could cause developmental difficulties and accelerated aging in the century ahead, say USC researchers.
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Researchers find evidence of pandemic fatigue; younger and older adults resumed risky social behaviors as COVID-19 progressed
USC study also reveals differences in preventive behavior based on gender, race, education, state of residence, health condition, and trusted news source.
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Ready to start your journey into the gerontology field? Find out how to apply to USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology academic programs.
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Wondering what's possible in gerontology? The USC Leonard Davis School offers multiple online and on-site degree programs, gerontology minors and postdoctoral and certificate programs.
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