The Broad Foundation brings together stem cell scientists, engineers and physicians at USC and beyond

Developing new stem cell therapies requires more than a solo biologist having a eureka moment alone in the lab. Real progress relies on collaborations between biologists, engineers and physicians. That’s why The Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation has Read More »

May 4th, 2020|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Andrew P. McMahon elected to the National Academy of Sciences

Andrew P. McMahon, PhD — who is the W.M. Keck Provost and University Professor in USC’s departments of stem cell biology and regenerative medicine at the Read More »

May 1st, 2020|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Alzheimer’s gene triggers early breakdowns in blood-brain barrier, predicting cognitive decline

New USC research reveals how APOE4 — a genetic culprit for Alzheimer’s disease — triggers leaks in the brain’s plumbing system, allowing toxic substances to seep into the brain areas responsible for memory encoding and other cognitive functions.