Protein TAZ sends “mixed signals” to stem cells

Just as beauty exists in the eye of the beholder, a signal depends upon the interpretation of the receiver. According to new USC research published in Stem Cell Reports, a protein called TAZ can convey very different signals — depending Read More »

September 22nd, 2017|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Faculty, staff welcome new chair

Faculty and staff from both the Keck School of Medicine of USC and Keck Medicine of USC gathered recently to welcome John Oghalai, MD, as the new chair of the USC Tina and Rick Caruso Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Read More »

September 22nd, 2017|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Program offers therapy for older adults, families

Older patients with a mental health diagnosis may feel helpless if traditional weekly therapy no longer meets their needs. For these patients and their families, a holistic therapy program at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital offers a solution.

Stepping Stones is a Read More »

September 22nd, 2017|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Professor opens art exhibit at USC Hillel Art Gallery

Joel Schechter, PhD, professor of cell and neurobiology at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, recently opened an art exhibit at the USC Hillel Art Gallery featuring select drawings from his “Synagogue and Cathedrals” series.

The exhibit, titled “An Artist’s Read More »

September 22nd, 2017|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Faculty hear updates on USC Norris activities

Alan Wayne, MD, professor of pediatrics (clinical scholar) at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, gave his first town hall as interim director of the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center on Sept. 12 in Aresty Auditorium.

The session was opened Read More »

September 22nd, 2017|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|