September 6, 2024 Researchers led by NGP’s Duke Han, professor of psychology and family medicine at USC Dornsife, aimed to better understand the link between early Alzheimer’s disease and financial vulnerability. Study authors also include NGP’s Hussein Yassine. Read More….Continue Reading Falling for financial scams? It may signal early Alzheimer’s disease
Year: 2024
Appointment of William J. Mack, MD, MBA, as chair of the department of neurological surgery
08/19/2024 We are delighted to share the appointment of NGP’s William J. Mack, MD, MBA as Chair of the Department of Neurological Surgery of the Keck School of Medicine of USC, effective September 1, 2024. Read More….Continue Reading Appointment of William J. Mack, MD, MBA, as chair of the department of neurological surgery
All the lonely people, where do they all come from?
08/05/2024 Feelings of isolation have skyrocketed in America. USC Dornsife scholars, including NGP’s Darby Saxe, examine the complicated causes. Read More….Continue Reading All the lonely people, where do they all come from?
NGP’s Nushka Remec Among Winners of the 2024 Promotion of Doctoral Studies Awards
8/1/2024 The Foundation for Physical Therapy Research recently awarded scholarships to 25 highly qualified doctoral students and candidates who are committed to pursuing a career in research. Read More…Continue Reading NGP’s Nushka Remec Among Winners of the 2024 Promotion of Doctoral Studies Awards
New research shows that transcendent thinking can increase teens’ sense of purpose
07/31/2024 In a study, led by NGP’s Dr. Mary Helen Immordino-Yang, of an intergenerational community program, CANDLE researchers found that adolescents who engaged in transcendent thinking increased their sense of purpose. Read More….Continue Reading New research shows that transcendent thinking can increase teens’ sense of purpose
Moms think more about household chores − and this cognitive burden hurts their mental health
07/29/2024 Moms execute more household tasks. But they’re also family executives, doing more of the thinking ahead and assigning that are part of all those chores — bad news for their mental health. Read more by NGP’s Dr. Darby Saxbe….Continue Reading Moms think more about household chores − and this cognitive burden hurts their mental health
Scientists search for safer, less addictive pain medications amid America’s rising opioid crisis
07/11/2024 USC Dornsife researchers, including NGP’s Dr. David McKemy, are developing effective new remedies to relieve pain — without the risk of addiction. Read More….Continue Reading Scientists search for safer, less addictive pain medications amid America’s rising opioid crisis
Unlocking longevity: How shifting your mindset can improve your health and extend your life
07/11/2024 USC Dornsife experts, including NGP’s Dr. Scott Kanoski, share their research insights on how to live a longer, happier, healthier life. Read More….Continue Reading Unlocking longevity: How shifting your mindset can improve your health and extend your life
New study reveals age-related brain changes influence recovery after stroke
5/3/2024 A groundbreaking study published by a USC-led international consortium offers new insights into stroke recovery, revealing that age-related changes in brain white matter significantly affect how well individuals recover motor abilities following a stroke. Read More….Continue Reading New study reveals age-related brain changes influence recovery after stroke
Dementia prevention: How to reduce your risk
04/19/2024 From protecting your hearing to upping your fibre, here are the key lifestyle changes that could help stave off dementia. Featuring Dr. Hussein Yassine. Read more here….Continue Reading Dementia prevention: How to reduce your risk