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How Much Does Aging Vary Across Species?
University Professor Caleb Finch discusses the wide spectrum of aging rates in the animal kingdom and what it could mean for human aging study.
Study: Stress Accelerates Aging of the Immune System
Traumatic life events, discrimination, job strain all prematurely weaken body’s mix of immune cells, making us more vulnerable to illness.
USC Scientists Identify Genetic Variants Linked to Mobility Changes in Aging
Study suggests changes in strength and mobility may depend on genetic variations in a critical mitochondrial enzyme.
Podcast: Providing insights into stem cell biology in the context of aging and disease
Rong Lu is an associate professor of stem cell biology and regenerative medicine, biomedical engineering, medicine, and gerontology at USC. She joins George Shannon to discuss her research into the complex and surprising behavior of individual blood stem cells and what it could mean for treating diseases associated with aging.
New Article Outlines the Characteristics of a “Longevity Diet”
Professor Valter Longo leads review of research in animals and humans to identify how nutrition affects aging and healthy lifespan.
Healthy Planet, Healthy Aging
This Earth Day, USC Leonard Davis experts share why caring for the environment can help people have healthier lifespans.
Some of the World’s Lowest Dementia Rates are Found in Amazonian Indigenous Groups
Research adds to evidence that healthier pre-industrial lifestyles may hold clues to preventing Alzheimer’s and other dementias.
Study: Older Americans Are Largely Unaware of New Alzheimer’s Drug
USC researchers have found older Americans know little about aducanumab (brand name Aduhelm™), despite the fact that an overwhelming majority of survey respondents said they were worried about Alzheimer’s disease.
Cristal Hill PhD to join USC Leonard Davis School faculty
New assistant professor explores how diet and metabolism impact health and longevity.