Mitochondria Archives

Jul 05

Mitochondria conducting a 'stress concerto' with the nuclear genome orchestra (Illustration by Audreykim design)

Mighty mitochondria flex their DNA power to help nucleus run the cell

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

USC researchers have discovered that transfer of vital genetic information within a cell isn’t the one-way telegraph once thought

Apr 27

Accounting for diversity—and addressing disparities—in aging

By Beth Newcomb Cultural Affairs, Featured, Health and Wellness, Lifespan Health, Mitochondria

Moving away from a one-size-fits-all approach is critical for addressing health and social disparities in aging and age-related disease, say USC experts.

Apr 12

New $10 million National Institute on Aging grant supports research on fasting, cell regeneration and disease protection

By Beth Newcomb Fasting, Featured, Honors and Awards, Mitochondria, Research

USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology Professor Valter Longo, expert on dietary restriction and regeneration, leads team of USC and Harvard researchers looking to slow aging and prevent disease.

Dec 01

Pinchas Cohen Receives Grant for Mitochondrial Protein Research

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Honors and Awards, Mitochondria

USC Leonard Davis Dean Pinchas Cohen has been awarded a two-year, $200,000 Glenn Foundation for Medical Research Breakthroughs in Gerontology (BIG) Award for research aimed at discoveries to address human aging and healthspan.

Oct 03

USC Leonard Davis Dean, Alumnae Recognized as Top Influencers in Aging Field

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

A list of the nation’s leading voices in the field of aging published in Next Avenue includes USC Leonard Davis School Dean Pinchas Cohen and alumnae Gretchen Alkema and Kathy Black.

May 23

Scholarship Supports Study of Protein with Anti-Aging Potential

By Beth Newcomb Featured, Health and Wellness, Honors and Awards, Mitochondria

The protein MOTS-c may have the potential to stave off frailty and maintain muscle mass, says second-year PhD in Biology of Aging student and Glenn/AFAR Scholarship recipient Joseph Reynolds.

May 11