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Feb 24

Donna Benton Discusses How to Better Support Black Caregivers

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Caregiving, Diversity, Faculty, Featured, Research

To celebrate Black History Month and National Caregivers Day, Donna Benton joined legal advocacy group, Justice in Aging to discuss her work supporting Black caregivers, the importance of caregiving in the Black community, and strategies for advocates who wish to better support their Black older adult clients. Continue Reading Donna…

Feb 20

Epigenetic and social factors both predict aging and health – but new research suggests one might be stronger

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Demography, Featured, Health and Wellness, In the News

Can we objectively tell how fast we are aging? With a good measure, scientists might be able to change our rate of aging to live longer and healthier lives. Continue Reading Epigenetic and social factors both predict aging and health – but new research suggests one might be stronger

Feb 09

Dean Pinchas Cohen Named USC Distinguished Professor

By Beth Newcomb Faculty, Featured, Honors and Awards, School Culture

The university selectively awards the Distinguished Professor title to those whose accomplishments have brought special renown to USC. Continue Reading Dean Pinchas Cohen Named USC Distinguished Professor

Feb 06

PR Professional Earns MS in Nutrition and Dream Corporate Wellness Job

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

MS student leaps from public relations to nutrition and lands in a rewarding career in corporate wellness. Continue Reading PR Professional Earns MS in Nutrition and Dream Corporate Wellness Job

Jan 19

New Randomized Trial Shows Simple Letters Promote Better-Informed Opioid Prescribing

By Beth Newcomb Featured, Health and Wellness, Policy, Research

Letters successfully encouraged clinicians to check patients’ prescribing records, says study co-author Mireille Jacobson. Continue Reading New Randomized Trial Shows Simple Letters Promote Better-Informed Opioid Prescribing

Jan 11

How old is your brain, really? Artificial intelligence knows

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

AI-powered analysis developed at USC accurately reflects risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease based on brain age. Continue Reading How old is your brain, really? Artificial intelligence knows

Jan 10

PhD Graduate’s Research Helps Protect Older Adults From Fraud

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Alumni, Elder Abuse, Featured, Health and Wellness

PhD in gerontology graduate, Nichole Lighthall, studies decision-making and aging at UCF and is working to protect older adults from fraud. Continue Reading PhD Graduate’s Research Helps Protect Older Adults From Fraud

Jan 05

Neurons in Alzheimer's disease. 3D illustration showing amyloid plaques in brain tissue, neurofibrillary tangles and destruction of neuronal networks

New study challenges previous ideas regarding Alzheimer’s disease

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

Increase in amyloid beta protein in the brain, often thought to be directly involved in Alzheimer’s pathology, may instead be a general change that occurs with age even in healthy brains, says senior author Caleb Finch. Continue Reading New study challenges previous ideas regarding Alzheimer’s disease

Dec 07

New Research on Cells’ Building Blocks, Aging and Stress

By Beth Newcomb Featured, Honors and Awards, Research

Foundation grants support newly published research at the intersection of stress responses, aging and cellular structure and function. Continue Reading New Research on Cells’ Building Blocks, Aging and Stress

Dec 01

Financial Expert Rounds Out Skills With MA in Senior Living Hospitality

By Beth Newcomb Alumni, Featured, Student Profile

Accountant and MA in Senior Living Hospitality graduate Mark Reisman found the sweet spot for success in senior living management. Continue Reading Financial Expert Rounds Out Skills With MA in Senior Living Hospitality

Featured

Donna Benton Discusses How to Better Support Black Caregivers

Epigenetic and social factors both predict aging and health – but new research suggests one might be stronger

Dean Pinchas Cohen Named USC Distinguished Professor

PR Professional Earns MS in Nutrition and Dream Corporate Wellness Job

New Randomized Trial Shows Simple Letters Promote Better-Informed Opioid Prescribing

How old is your brain, really? Artificial intelligence knows

PhD Graduate’s Research Helps Protect Older Adults From Fraud

New study challenges previous ideas regarding Alzheimer’s disease

New Research on Cells’ Building Blocks, Aging and Stress

Financial Expert Rounds Out Skills With MA in Senior Living Hospitality

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