USC Stem Cell names second cohort of Broad Clinical Research Fellows

The second cohort of Broad Clinical Research Fellows is making strides toward finding stem cell-based therapies for lymphedema in cancer patients, large bone fractures and short bowel syndrome.

To support full-time research related to stem cell biology and regenerative medicine, each Read More »

June 30th, 2016|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

USC researchers use gelatin instead of the gym to grow stronger muscles

USC researcher Megan L. McCain and colleagues have devised a way to develop bigger, stronger muscle fibers. But instead of popping up on the bicep of a bodybuilder, these muscles grow on a tiny scaffold or “chip” molded Read More »

June 30th, 2016|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Study reveals high-calorie cravings after starting Depo-Provera regimen

Can birth control give you the munchies? USC researchers conducted the first neuroimaging study to evaluate the effect of hormonal birth control on food motivation.

Participants had two brain imaging sessions — one prior to receiving Depo-Provera and one eight weeks Read More »

June 29th, 2016|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

USC Institute of Urology hosts live surgery symposium

In advance of the American Urologic Association’s (AUA) annual meeting, the USC Institute of Urology hosted a live surgery symposium recently.

Titled “L.A. Live,” the event featured eight live surgery transmissions from Keck Hospital into Aresty Auditorium and an adjacent meeting Read More »

June 29th, 2016|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Molecular Imaging Center opens new state-of-the-art PET cGMP cyclotron facility

The USC Molecular Imaging Center (MIC) on the Health Sciences Campus recently installed and began operation of a GE PETrace cyclotron in a newly renovated good manufacturing practices (GMP) compliant facility. This advanced imaging technology center is now available to Read More »

June 29th, 2016|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|