USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology

The Gerontological Society of America (GSA), the US’s oldest and largest interdisciplinary organization focused on aging, has recognized two USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology faculty members for extraordinary research and mentorship in the aging field. Pinchas Cohen, Dean…

WorkingNation podcast Work in Progress interviewed Paul Irving about the rising need for support for caregivers as the population ages. Read about it here: ow.ly/s9Iw50W3BPt

“As you begin the next part of your life’s journey armed with knowledge and purpose, you give us hope for a brighter future in the decades to come.” - Dean Pinchas Cohen

Calling all trainees researching #aging and age-related diseases 📣 Register for GLAM 2025, a trainee-focused event bringing together the geroscience community in the greater LA area. 📍California Science Center 📆 September 5, 2025 🎟️ 100% free Register to attend:…

Join us on September 5 for #GLAM25 — a trainee-focused event bringing together the geroscience community in the greater Los Angeles area. Trainees will gain experience presenting their research, connect with other researchers in the field, and potentially spark new, innovative…

Scientists at the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology have discovered a key connection between high levels of iron in the brain and increased cell damage in people who have both Down syndrome and Alzheimer’s disease. ow.ly/Kl7h50WlXRj

Researchers define brain scan marker to better classify #Alzheimers disease-related changes keck.usc.edu/news/usc-resea… by @KECKSchool_USC @USCLeonardDavis #dementia #neuroscience #science

.@WSJ highlights research by Andrei Irimia (@irimia_lab), showing how comprehensive lifestyle interventions can significantly slow or even reverse early-stage cognitive decline. wsj.com/health/wellnes…

The Times (UK) quoted Valter Longo in an article on the aftereffects of GLP-1 medications. Read the full story here: ow.ly/aNox50WajO2

USC Leonard Davis School launches new Center for Arts and Healthy Aging to explore how creative expression supports well-being in later life. Read more: ow.ly/NLbu50W3EQ8

“We need to recognize and support the people holding families and communities together,” says Sherri Snelling MAG (@sherrisnelling) - an author, educator and consultant who has built a career around raising awareness about the needs of caregivers. gero.usc.edu/2025/05/29/car…

The USC Leonard Davis School celebrated its largest-ever graduating class with more than 240 graduates of its undergraduate, master's and doctoral programs during USC's 142nd Commencement on May 16, 2025 in Founders Park. gero.usc.edu/2025/05/27/usc…

Congratulations to our incredible Class of 2025 — you did it! Last Friday, graduates, families, faculty, & staff from USC Leonard Davis gathered to celebrate our largest-ever graduating class. Take a look at some memorable moments while official photos are on the way ✌️📸

“My education here at USC allowed me to truly appreciate the preciousness of time itself.” Elie Gindi, USC Leonard Davis Board of Councilors member and MAG ’25 graduate #USCGeroGrad #USCGrad

“We’re students of life, and we gain wisdom from those we serve.” Natalie Mao, Student Gerontology Association President #USCGeroGrad #USCGrad

Congratulations, Class of 2025! We are so proud of all our graduates! #USCGeroGrad #USCGrad 🎓✌️

We can't wait to celebrate you tomorrow, Class of 2025! Congratulations, and make sure to tag your posts and stories with @USCLeonardDavis & #USCGeroGrad. See you tomorrow at Founder’s Park @ 4:30 p.m. ✌️ 📷 Class of 2024 commencement