Keck School of Medicine of USC
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.@DeanMeltzer completed her 7th century ride over the weekend! 🚴♀️ Her way of tackling long cycling distances includes staying hydrated, eating well, and keeping up with regular training. Time spent on the bike helps her feel ready to be her best as a colleague and leader.
Did you know? Not all brain tumors are cancerous, a common myth we’re here to bust. Even benign tumors can press against important parts of the brain and cause serious health problems. Learn more from USC Norris member Dr. Josh Neman, who is helping raise awareness and bust this…
Congratulations Dr. Fan!
Zhaoyang Fan, PhD was awarded a $125K grant from the Robert E. and May R. Wright Foundation, and the @KECKSchool_USC for his research, Multiparametic Dynamic Contrast Imaging of Glioblastoma for Early Prediction of 6-Month Outcomes and Accurate Diagnosis of Progression.
Did you hear the news? 👂 Researchers from @uscohns have adapted a low-cost imaging method developed for ophthalmology and used it to visualize tiny structures in the human inner ear. bit.ly/3IFV2rf
The power of collaboration 💪
A breakthrough in wearable tech from @USC could transform treatment for millions with bipolar disorder. Researchers at the USC Viterbi School of Engineering and the @KECKSchool_USC have developed the first fully printed wearable lithium sensor, allowing patients to monitor…
Kidney cells from stem cells. Yep, it's happening. Nils Lindström, PhD, of the @LindstromLab at @USCStemCell explains the process of turning stem cells into organoids, a pathway to identifying new treatments for kidney disease.
.@ACHA_Tweets has named Sarah Van Orman, MD, VP and Chief Campus Health Officer at USC, as the recipient of its Lifetime Achievement Award. This honor recognizes individuals whose careers have been dedicated to improving student health and wellness. bit.ly/45fehAI
With great sun comes great responsibility. Make sure to check out these skin cancer 🚩🚩🚩's.
New mole? Changing spot? ☝️🚩 That’s your skin waving a red flag. 🧴 Keep these tips handy all summer long for a healthy season. bit.ly/45bvz1B #SkinCancerAwareness #SkinHealth #Dermatology
Starting our Los Angeles Cholangiocarcinoma Symposium at USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center with the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation. Patients, caregivers, researchers, clinicians, and advocates gathered together! @uscnorris @curecc @KECKSchool_USC
Who's going to Comic-Con? 🙋 @Summerin3D and @VirtuallyJon (USC 3D lab director and associate director) are speaking on a panel you won't want to miss! 3D Printing/XR for Medicine, Forensics, and Animals is the place to be on Thurs 7/24, @ 12p #SDCC #SDCC2025 @RadiologyUSC
Partnering with @USCStemCell and @CIRMnews to train the next generation of leaders in stem cell research. Since 2006, CIRM has supported 110 USC scholars who have gone on to drive innovation in academia, biotech, and patient care. bit.ly/4kH7e8j
We join Interim President Beong Kim in supporting @USC's mission to #FightOnForResearch
"Research is fundamental to USC's mission. Thank you for supporting the faculty who have dedicated their lives to this vital work.” - Interim President Beong Kim #FightOnForResearch weare.sc/rsl-x
Pushing the boundaries of Alzheimer's research: Our interdisciplinary team at USC is working to bring the 5ADCSI blood test from the lab to the clinic, aiming to enhance early detection and intervention. Learn more about this promising breakthrough: keck.usc.edu/news/usc-resea…
Celebrating Jonathan Nelson, PhD, on earning the 2025 KidneyCure Transition to Independence Grant! His groundbreaking research is paving the way for better treatments to preserve kidney function. Congrats @JWNdothelium & thanks @ASNKidney for supporting this important work.
Research that changes lives. 🤰 Researcher @DrFejzo, PhD, uncovered the role of GDF15 in pregnancy sickness, leading to new ways to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, including hyperemesis gravidarum. #FightOnForResearch keck.usc.edu/news/researche…
Fascinating animation highlighting the drop in blood flow in the brain across different stages of #Alzheimers disease. 🧠
🌟 New week, new animation 🧠 Research by our @loft_lab uses noninvasive ASL MRI to show that brain blood flow decreases even in the earliest stages of Alzheimer’s — before memory problems appear. This could help doctors catch the disease earlier and track treatment over time.
🚨 New research from @KeckMedicineUSC finds high doses of steroids can reduce the effectiveness of certain immunotherapies in lung cancer. Why? Steroids can stop cancer-fighting T-cells from maturing. news.keckmedicine.org/common-medicat…
#StemCells are revolutionizing the way we approach healing. Learn how Leonardo Morsut, PhD, with @USCStemCell and @USCViterbi is leading the way in the field of regenerative medicine to ignite discovery in stem cell research.
🧬 Studying Alzheimer’s in people with Down syndrome is unlocking new paths for prevention. Dr. Michael Rafii shares what’s changing and what’s next in Ep. 3 of The Alzheimer’s Research Podcast. 🎧 Listen:hubs.ly/Q03tK6mh0 #AlzheimersResearch #DownSyndrome #Podcast #ATRI
With summer in full swing, please remember the ABCDEs of Melanoma Detection when checking your moles and spots: A – Asymmetry B – Border irregularity C – Color variation D – Diameter larger than a pencil eraser E – Evolving shape, size, or color Early detection saves lives.…