Transposons, genes that can relocate to different parts of the genome, are repressed earlier in life but get more active with age and are associated with age-related disease and decline.
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Mycothiazole and its synthetic derivative target the mitochondria’s electron transport chain and show targeted toxicity against human cancer cells as well as anti-aging properties in worms.
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Davies, Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Gerontology, Molecular & Computational Biology, and Biochemistry & Molecular Medicine, is recognized for decades of service to the university, profession, and community.
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PhD in neuroscience graduate Emily Rosario directs the Research Institute at Casa Colina. Her work helps bring new interventions into clinical practice.
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The American Federation for Aging Research recognized Associate Professor Bérénice Benayoun for her exemplary research contributions.
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This year’s graduating class is the largest in the school’s history, with more than 200 students from throughout the U.S. and world.
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In just two years, USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology student Maria Oorloff, a graduating senior in human development and aging, went from having almost no experience with science to being honored for her research and academic achievements.
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Caregiver Conference and Advocacy Day, organized by the California Coalition on Family Caregiving, brings together caregivers, advocates, and policymakers to discuss and plan for the future of caregiving in California.
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