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Jul 29

Sir Kelvin J. A. Davies is awarded with Doctor Honoris Causa

By tepox Academics, Faculty, Featured, Honors and Awards

The Medical University of Gdansk recently awarded its Doctor Honoris Causa degree to Sir Kelvin J. A. Davies, PhD, DSc, FRSC, FRCP, Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Gerontology, Molecular & Computational Biology, and Biochemistry & Molecular Medicine at the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology.

Jul 15

Berenice Benayoun standing in front of white board

Scientists discover how macrophages — a key type of immune cells — age differently throughout the body

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Featured, Health and Wellness, Research

New study reveals why aging affects the immune system in complex ways and points to potential targets for healthier aging.

Jun 23

The Mediterranean-inspired diet provides a small but sufficient amount of methionine and other essential amino acids. (Photo/iStock)

Low-protein, amino acid-supplemented ‘longevity diet’ linked to longer healthy lifespan, lower frailty risk, better metabolic health

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Featured, Health and Wellness, Lifespan Health, Nutrition, Research

Animals fed the Mediterranean-inspired diet showed improved cardiometabolic markers. Additional human data analysis supports health advantages of eating less protein from animals and supplementing essential amino acids.

Jun 04

Ilian Grigorov, MASLH, Establishes Legacy as a Leading Health and Longevity Advocate in Southeast Europe

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Alumni, Featured, Health and Wellness, Technology

USC’s MASLH program helped Bulgarian health care executive, Ilian Grigorov, learn about senior living. It also inspired him to enter the field of longevity care.

May 28

Caring and Alzheimers concept art by Bratislav Milenkovic

Caring Connections for Patients with Alzheimer’s

By Beth Newcomb Alzheimer's and Dementia, Caregiving, Featured, Research

USC practitioners connect Alzheimer’s patients and their caregivers to leading-edge research — and, just as importantly, to compassionate care.

May 26

Brain made of white puzzle pieces, with a magnifying glass focusing on an empty puzzle piece isolated on yellow backdrop. Mental health, cognition, and psychological well-being concept.

USC Leonard Davis Study of Alzheimer’s Screening Measures Featured as Editor’s Choice

By Beth Newcomb Featured, Honors and Awards, Q&A, Research

Published in the Journal of Gerontology, Series A: Medical Sciences, the research highlights how swapping costly imaging for more accessible blood tests is a trade-off that calls for larger sample sizes and more caution against bias.

May 20

Associate Professor John Walsh introduces PhD graduate Mengzhao Yan during the USC Leonard Davis School Commencement ceremony on May 15, 2026.

Double Trojan and Celebrated Teaching Assistant Aims to Help People Age in Place Safely

By Beth Newcomb Alumni, Featured, Q&A, Students

2026 PhD in Gerontology graduate Mengzhao Yan, who also received his MA in Aging Services Management in 2019, investigates the use of services, home modification, and technology to help older people and people with disabilities age in place.

May 15

Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

By Beth Newcomb Alumni, Featured, Honors and Awards, Students

The USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology celebrated more than 200 graduates of its undergraduate, master's and doctoral programs during USC's 143rd Commencement on May 15, 2026.

May 14

Maxim Averbukh PhD in Bilogy of Aging 2026

Biology of Aging PhD Grad Appreciates Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Community

By Beth Newcomb Alumni, Featured, Q&A, Students

From basic biology investigation at the lab bench to social science research in populations across the globe, USC Leonard Davis scientists study aging across numerous disciplines. This "creates a uniquely holistic way of thinking about aging" for students and trainees, says Maxim Averbukh PhD '26.

May 11

2026 PhD in Gerontology Grad Works to Improve Care and Safety for Older Adults

By Beth Newcomb Alumni, Featured, Q&A, Students

In her dissertation research, Eleanor Batista-Malat PhD '26 found that, contrary to conventional wisdom, older adults receiving home- and community-based services still had the same likelihood of experiencing abuse as those not receiving services. After graduation, she will begin a VA fellowship to further her research in improving health care.

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Sir Kelvin J. A. Davies is awarded with Doctor Honoris Causa

Scientists discover how macrophages — a key type of immune cells — age differently throughout the body

Low-protein, amino acid-supplemented ‘longevity diet’ linked to longer healthy lifespan, lower frailty risk, better metabolic health

Ilian Grigorov, MASLH, Establishes Legacy as a Leading Health and Longevity Advocate in Southeast Europe

Caring Connections for Patients with Alzheimer’s

USC Leonard Davis Study of Alzheimer’s Screening Measures Featured as Editor’s Choice

Double Trojan and Celebrated Teaching Assistant Aims to Help People Age in Place Safely

Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

Biology of Aging PhD Grad Appreciates Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Community

2026 PhD in Gerontology Grad Works to Improve Care and Safety for Older Adults

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