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Jun 21

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How USC Leonard Davis School scientists are advancing Alzheimer’s research

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Alzheimer's and Dementia, Featured

For Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month this June, here's a compilation of this year's research stories on Alzheimer's and brain health.

Jun 21

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Associate Professor Patrick Corbin: Using dance to ease Parkinson’s symptoms and create intergenerational bonds

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Podcast

Patrick Corbin is an associate professor of practice at the USC Glorya Kaufman School and an internationally renowned dance artist whose career has spanned over 30 years and bridged the worlds of classical ballet, modern and contemporary dance. He recently spoke to us about his work, exploring the positive effects…

Jun 13

Undergraduate Degree in Gerontology Provides Access, Credibility

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Alumni, Featured

For Travis Iseri, an undergraduate degree in gerontology opened the door to a diverse career in the nonprofit, government agency and senior care sectors.

May 15

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2023 Hanson-Thorell Family Research Awards Support New Approaches to Combat Misinformation and Alzheimer’s Disease

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Featured, Honors and Awards, Research

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.

May 13

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Insights from the Class of 2023

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Alumni, Events, Featured

We recently asked the graduating Class of 2023 what they would want other young people to know about gerontology and working with older adults. Here's what they shared with us.

May 12

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USC Leonard Davis School Celebrates Class of 2023

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Alumni, Events, Featured

The USC Leonard Davis School honored over 200 graduates during its 2023 commencement ceremony on Friday, May 12.

May 01

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USC Leonard Davis Researchers Explore New Approaches for Body and Brain Health

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Alzheimer's and Dementia, Featured, Health and Wellness, Nutrition

Biofeedback, “exercise in a pill” and stress exposure are among the potential therapies to boost physical and mental fitness as we age.

Apr 28

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Josh Senior receives second place at the 2023 USC Undergraduate Symposium

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Honors and Awards, Students

Josh Senior, a GEMSTEM scholar in Mara Mather’s Emotion and Cognition Lab earned second place in the Life Sciences category at the USC Undergraduate Symposium.