Research Advancements
Scientists discover how macrophages — a key type of immune cells — age differently throughout the body
Why does the immune system become less effective as we age? A new study by USC researchers, including senior author NGP Faculty...
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USC Study Used Sweat, Brain Signals, Eye Movements and AI to Detect Depression and Suicide Risk
Led by NGP Faculty Shrikanth Narayanan, researchers analyzed biomarkers that could help psychiatrists identify at-risk individuals earlier and more objectively, supplementing existing...
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Low-protein, amino acid-supplemented ‘longevity diet’ linked to longer healthy lifespan, lower frailty risk, better metabolic health
A plant- and fish-based, low-protein diet paired with small amounts of an amino acid commonly found in eggs, meat and dairy increased...
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Fish oil supplements may not prevent Alzheimer’s-related decline
Americans spend more than $1 billion annually on fish oil supplements, in part due to purported cognitive benefits from the omega-3 fatty acids they contain,...
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USC study finds key Alzheimer’s risk factor may behave differently in Hispanic older adults
A large study by USC researchers, including NGP Faculty Arthur Toga, suggests the main genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease may be...
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Researchers receive funding to launch USC’s first clinical study of psilocybin for mental health
The goal of the study, USC’s first-ever clinical study of psychedelic therapy, is to conduct a clinical trial to determine whether the...
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