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Monday, May 4, 2020
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 continued its support of two strategic initiatives: innovation awards bringing together teams... Read More »
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Friday, May 1, 2020
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 Keck School of Medicine of USC, and biological sciences at the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences — has been elected as a new member... Read More »
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Friday, May 1, 2020
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. The damage is linked to future problems in learning and memory, even... Read More »
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Thursday, April 30, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic is putting older Americans at risk for more than just a deadly disease. It’s increasing their risk of experiencing physical, emotional and financial abuse, according to a letter written by Laura Mosqueda, MD, dean of the Keck School of Medicine of USC, and Duke Han, PhD, professor... Read More »
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Thursday, April 30, 2020
While Keck Medicine of USC employees have worked hard to ensure the health and safety of patients and of each other during the pandemic, one team in particular has been working to make sure that patients are mentally and emotionally cared for during their stay. As policies have shifted to... Read More »
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Thursday, April 30, 2020
Keck Hospital of USC earned an 'A' grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, in the Spring 2020 release of the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades. This rating places Keck Hospital among the safest hospitals in the United States and follows the hospital’s Fall 2019 “A” grade. “Our... Read More »
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Thursday, April 30, 2020
Fred Weissman, PharmD, JD, associate professor of clinical pharmacy, will be inducted this year into the California Pharmacists Association (CPhA) Hall of Fame, recognizing his years of achievement and leadership in the field. CPhA’s Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have spent a lifetime dedicated to improving pharmacy practice and... Read More »
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Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Richard M. Watanabe, PhD, has been appointed associate dean for health and population science programs at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, Dean Laura Mosqueda, MD, announced Tuesday. Watanabe is a professor of preventive medicine and physiology and neuroscience, and is vice chair for education in the department of... Read More »
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Wednesday, April 29, 2020
It has been barely a few weeks since the coronavirus was declared a pandemic. The pace at which the SARS-CoV-2 virus has spread across the globe is jolting, but equally impressive is the speed at which scientists and clinicians have been fighting back. [caption id="attachment_10513" align="alignright" width="219"] Article Author Irving... Read More »
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Wednesday, April 29, 2020
This was not the spring the surgical residents at the Keck School of Medicine of USC expected. Instead of having plentiful opportunities to hone their craft, they have watched as elective procedures have rightly been halted in order to keep intensive care units free for a potential influx of COVID-19... Read More »
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Monday, April 27, 2020
Families with time on their hands during the stay-at-home orders can make a small gesture that will mean a lot to Keck Medicine of USC staff treating COVID-19 patients. Volunteers can create cards to thank health care providers who are staying in isolation at USC Hotel. USC Auxiliary Services will... Read More »