News - USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology

Sep 19

Earning a Master’s in Gerontology Before Medical School

By Beth Newcomb Academics, Courses, Demography, Featured, School Culture, Student Profile, Students

Rahil Khasgiwale chose a Master of Science degree program at the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology before pursuing his medical degree so that he would be prepared to tackle cutting-edge issues related to aging.

Sep 13

National Suicide Prevention Week: Social connectedness makes a difference at all ages

By Beth Newcomb Caregiving, Demography, Featured, Health and Wellness, Lifespan Health

During National Suicide Prevention Week, Professor Elizabeth Zelinski discusses the need for better mental health supports for older adults.

Sep 10

Researchers propose the “Alzheimer’s Disease Exposome” to address overlooked environmental risks

By Beth Newcomb Environment, Featured, Lifespan Health, Research

USC and Duke researchers say the framework illustrates how environmental and genetic factors interact.

Sep 09

Tiny region of the brainstem has big effects on brain aging

By Beth Newcomb Alzheimer's and Dementia, Featured, Health and Wellness, Lifespan Health, Research

Study of the locus coeruleus – the “blue spot” – has helped researchers know more about learning, memory and Alzheimer’s disease, says Professor Mara Mather.

Sep 03

Donna Benton Named to California’s Master Plan for Aging Stakeholder Advisory Committee

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Alzheimer's and Dementia, Caregiving, Community Service, Cultural Affairs, Demography, Featured

Benton, director of the USC Family Caregiver Support Center, joins a group of civic leaders who will help to develop components of California's Master Plan for Aging.

Sep 03

Scientific Summer Vacation

By Beth Newcomb Cultural Affairs, Featured, Mitochondria, Research, School Culture

USC Leonard Davis faculty members host student researchers from Howard University, UC Davis, and Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University.

Aug 14

USC Leonard Davis School Launches Master of Arts in Senior Living Hospitality

By Orli Belman Featured

First-of-its-kind program prepares senior living professionals to address a growing population and changing consumer demands.

Aug 12

A Passion for Research Leads to Gerontology PhD

By Beth Newcomb Academics, Featured, Research, Student Profile

As USC Biology of Aging PhD student Juan Bravo watched his own parents age, he realized he wanted to do something that would help other older adults cope with age-related illnesses.