News - USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology

Nov 11

Female walking with face mask. Coronavirus concept.

Researchers find evidence of pandemic fatigue; younger and older adults resumed risky social behaviors as COVID-19 progressed

By Beth Newcomb COVID-19, Demography, Featured, Health and Wellness, Research

USC study also reveals differences in preventive behavior based on gender, race, education, state of residence, health condition, and trusted news source.

Nov 09

A maze with people navigating it and a DNA strand in the center

Three-Nation Research to Examine Relationships Between Social Factors and Epigenetics

By Beth Newcomb Demography, Featured, Research

$2.9 million National Institute on Aging grant to Eileen Crimmins supports collaboration of large studies to answer questions about how life circumstances affect gene expression and health.

Nov 06

Professor keeps his students on their toes, especially when they’re learning at home

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Courses, Faculty, Featured

At age 64, John “Old Doc” Walsh of the USC Leonard Davis School recognizes the need to stay limber — especially in the middle of a two-hour online class.

Nov 06

Concept illustration of caring for lonely older adult

The Loneliness Epidemic and COVID-19

By Beth Newcomb Caregiving, COVID-19, Featured, Health and Wellness

Using technology and engaging the senses can help us tackle loneliness among older adults, say USC experts.

Nov 04

Having tough intergenerational conversations - illustration by Brian Stauffer 2020

USC Gerontology Experts and Students Promote Intergenerational Understanding

By Beth Newcomb Community Service, COVID-19, Featured, Health and Wellness, Intergenerational

During a tumultuous year full of fear and conflict — from an unprecedented pandemic to a bitter election fight — conversations between younger and older people can produce mutual benefit and meaningful change.

Oct 28

Illustration of woman with data and DNA on computers

Why biologists should master big data analytics

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Courses, Featured

Bérénice Benayoun, assistant professor of gerontology and biological sciences, says biologists should not be afraid of big data.

Oct 11

Sisters’ Gifts Support Research in Biology of Aging

By Beth Newcomb Giving

Lisa Wong ’89, and her sister, Linda Wong, recently created an endowed research fund dedicated to the biology of aging and a better understanding of the diseases of aging.

Oct 11

New Biology of Aging Research Fund Provides Immediate Support Over Five Years

By Beth Newcomb Giving

Kathleen Gilmore, one of the newest members of the USC Leonard Davis School Board of Councilors, recently helped create a research fund dedicated to the study of the biology of aging.