The typical path for many PhD students is a research career in academia, government or the private sector. Recent USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology graduate Brenda Eap, PhD chose a path less traveled — political advocacy.
How the sexes age differently, and what that might mean for scientists, doctors and patients.
Anita and William Jeung, both graduates of the USC Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, recently donated via their estate a very generous gift to support biology of aging research in women.
Alexandra Gleysteen spent a career producing television news stories. With a master’s in gerontology, she’s working to prevent Alzheimer’s disease in women.
Sally Duplantier founded her second company, Zing, and earned a Master of Science in Gerontology in her 60s. Her goal is to help older adults age better.
A dual MSG/MBA degree merged Daniel Kaplan’s interests in gerontology and business. He now invests in solutions that bring equity to aging populations worldwide.
A professor’s warm welcome led Amin Haghani to pursue a PhD in Biology of Aging. He’s now unlocking the mysteries of aging and longevity at a biotech startup.
For Travis Iseri, an undergraduate degree in gerontology opened the door to a diverse career in the nonprofit, government agency and senior care sectors.
We recently asked the graduating Class of 2023 what they would want other young people to know about gerontology and working with older adults. Here’s what they shared with us.
The USC Leonard Davis School honored over 200 graduates during its 2023 commencement ceremony on Friday, May 12.