New caregiver intervention program found to lower rates of abuse. Continue Reading USC-Led Study Shows Elder Abuse Can Be Prevented
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Inaugural Geroscience Los Angeles Meeting (GLAM) welcomes researchers from many Southern California institutions for a day of scientific discussion focused on students and trainees. Continue Reading Conference Shines Spotlight on L.A. Geroscience Research
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The National Institute on Aging (NIA) has awarded a five-year, $3.6 million grant to fund USC’s Resource Center for Minority Aging Research (RCMAR), which supports junior scientists exploring health and economic disparities associated with dementia. Continue Reading USC’s Minority Aging Research Center Secures $3.6M for Alzheimer’s Research
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Allele associated with increased risks for dementia and heart disease is linked to earlier age of first birth as well as shorter intervals between births in a Bolivian indigenous community. Continue Reading Alzheimer’s gene associated with increased fertility in Amazonian women
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Research in worms identifies a gene vital for balancing lipids and proteins within cells that may play a role in neurodegenerative disorders. Continue Reading Study: Changes in Lipid Metabolism Affect How Cells Respond to Stress
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USC research finds that the answer to getting more shots into arms is just a text message or email away. Continue Reading There’s an easy way to increase rates of COVID booster vaccinations
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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. Continue Reading PhD Degree Leads to Dream Job at Biotech Startup
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An anonymous family donated $150,000 to support the research efforts of Associate Professor Andrei Irimia after hearing him present his work on traumatic brain injury (TBI) and its link to the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease later in life. Continue Reading Anonymous gift advances Alzheimer’s research
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As recipients of the 2023 Hanson-Thorell Family Research Awards, Assistant Professors Teal Eich and Ryo Sanabria each received $25,000 for one-year pilot projects to explore these important areas in aging research. Continue Reading 2023 Hanson-Thorell Family Research Awards Support New Approaches to Combat Misinformation and Alzheimer’s Disease
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New study provides evidence that a simple biofeedback practice reduces levels of Alzheimer’s-associated amyloid beta peptides. Continue Reading Can breathing exercises reduce Alzheimer’s risk?
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