Newborn cells in the epileptic brain provide a potential target for treatment

Over the years, everyone loses a few brain cells. A study led by scientists from USC Stem Cell and the USC Neurorestoration Center presents evidence that adults can replenish at least some of what they’ve lost by generating new Read More »

April 5th, 2022|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Mary Lawlor and colleagues honored with American Occupational Therapy Association awards

Mary Lawlor, ScD, OTR/L, associate chair of research and professor at the USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, was named the recipient of the American Occupational Therapy Association’s Eleanor Clarke Slagle Read More »

April 5th, 2022|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

A COVID-19 survivor finds a miraculous level of relief at USC Air Center

Former athlete Vai Faamafoe had survived a near fatal case of COVID-19. Among the life-saving measures his doctors employed was a tracheostomy. Unfortunately, complications from the long-term effects of the disease caused further damage to his airway, requiring a second Read More »

April 4th, 2022|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

Keck Medicine opens state-of-the-art oncology clinic and infusion center in Newport Beach

Keck Medicine of USC has expanded access to oncology services in Orange County with the opening of a new location in Newport Beach specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of cancers and blood Read More »

April 4th, 2022|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|

USC’s new Motor Development Lab investigates motor control and coordination of infants and children

Stacey Dusing, PhD, PT, says she’s always been a bit of a “kid person.” Whether babysitting as a teen or teaching swim lessons, the Sykes Family Chair in pediatric physical therapy, health and development has always felt Read More »

April 4th, 2022|Announcements, Keck Net Intranet|