USC Provost Elizabeth Garrett to be honored at University Kidney Research Organization gala

University Kidney Research Organization (UKRO) will honor University of Southern California (USC) Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs Elizabeth Garrett, businessman and cancer research advocate Barry Hoeven, and philanthropist Lynda Oschin at its fifth gala dinner on Friday, Read More »

September 11th, 2014|Announcements|

Tai chi eases stress and changes inflammation signal among older adults

Loneliness and chronic stress are a way of life for some older adults, who are often increasingly isolated as they age. They also often have increased levels of inflammation, which has been linked with chronic psychological stress and social isolation.

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September 9th, 2014|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Data warehouses to store key clinical, research metrics

Keck Medicine of USC is taking data to new heights.

The medical enterprise is launching two initiatives to house comprehensive clinical and research data in an effort to better serve its patients and the community.

“The compilation of electronic health data helps Read More »

September 9th, 2014|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

USC welcomes its inaugural class of stem cell master’s students

USC welcomed its inaugural class of master’s students in stem cell biology and regenerative medicine to one of the first programs of its kind in the United States. To celebrate the launch of this unique master’s program, the 30 students Read More »

September 9th, 2014|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Keck Medicine of USC becomes first medical center in L.A. to offer newly FDA-approved sleep apnea implant

Keck Medicine of USC is the first medical center in Los Angeles to offer a unique implantable treatment for sleep apnea, a chronic disorder that affects more than 18 million sleep-deprived Americans.

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September 3rd, 2014|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|