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🩺 Igniting discovery in research, education, health and health equity.
👩🔬 Follow us for #MedicalResearch #MedSky #Science #Health and learn more at keck.usc.edu
Important discussion featuring @uscpphs.bsky.social chair @rnbluthenthal.bsky.social at @yaleadm.bsky.social.
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February 10, 2026 at 4:10 PM
Important discussion featuring @uscpphs.bsky.social chair @rnbluthenthal.bsky.social at @yaleadm.bsky.social.
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Dean's POV 📸 Celebrating a new era of leadership with President Beong-Soo Kim
At today's State of the University address at HSC, Pres. Kim shared his vision for USC's future: collaboration, focus, innovation, and urgency. Together we will tackle tomorrow's health challenges.
At today's State of the University address at HSC, Pres. Kim shared his vision for USC's future: collaboration, focus, innovation, and urgency. Together we will tackle tomorrow's health challenges.
February 9, 2026 at 9:23 PM
Dean's POV 📸 Celebrating a new era of leadership with President Beong-Soo Kim
At today's State of the University address at HSC, Pres. Kim shared his vision for USC's future: collaboration, focus, innovation, and urgency. Together we will tackle tomorrow's health challenges.
At today's State of the University address at HSC, Pres. Kim shared his vision for USC's future: collaboration, focus, innovation, and urgency. Together we will tackle tomorrow's health challenges.
Training the next generation 🔬
Every 18 months, USC Eye Roski Institute residents and fellows have the opportunity to participate in the critically acclaimed USC Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Surgical Skills Course, which brings top minds together to train, learn, and innovate.
Every 18 months, USC Eye Roski Institute residents and fellows have the opportunity to participate in the critically acclaimed USC Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Surgical Skills Course, which brings top minds together to train, learn, and innovate.
February 7, 2026 at 4:47 PM
Training the next generation 🔬
Every 18 months, USC Eye Roski Institute residents and fellows have the opportunity to participate in the critically acclaimed USC Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Surgical Skills Course, which brings top minds together to train, learn, and innovate.
Every 18 months, USC Eye Roski Institute residents and fellows have the opportunity to participate in the critically acclaimed USC Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Surgical Skills Course, which brings top minds together to train, learn, and innovate.
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What an absolute blast at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center Infectious Diseases Grand Rounds! #ActAgainstAmputation The Lundquist Institute ALPS (American Limb Preservation Society) Thanks a million to Drs. Pam Lee, Loren Miller, + Team @harborucla-id.bsky.social @keck.usc.edu @uscsurgery.bsky.social
February 7, 2026 at 12:16 AM
What an absolute blast at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center Infectious Diseases Grand Rounds! #ActAgainstAmputation The Lundquist Institute ALPS (American Limb Preservation Society) Thanks a million to Drs. Pam Lee, Loren Miller, + Team @harborucla-id.bsky.social @keck.usc.edu @uscsurgery.bsky.social
BTS of our new series "Talk with a Student Doc" where Keck School medical students ask the questions and faculty share their insights 🎬
Launching next week, the show is hosted and created by students Annie Bicego, Jason Osonma, and Chigozie Ibe II ⭐️ Stay tuned!
Launching next week, the show is hosted and created by students Annie Bicego, Jason Osonma, and Chigozie Ibe II ⭐️ Stay tuned!
February 6, 2026 at 5:53 PM
BTS of our new series "Talk with a Student Doc" where Keck School medical students ask the questions and faculty share their insights 🎬
Launching next week, the show is hosted and created by students Annie Bicego, Jason Osonma, and Chigozie Ibe II ⭐️ Stay tuned!
Launching next week, the show is hosted and created by students Annie Bicego, Jason Osonma, and Chigozie Ibe II ⭐️ Stay tuned!
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In the most recent episode of the Epigenetics Podcast, we talked with Peggy Farnham from the @keck.usc.edu about her work on establishing the ChIP Method in mammalian cells. #podcast #chromatin #podcast
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February 2, 2026 at 8:01 AM
In the most recent episode of the Epigenetics Podcast, we talked with Peggy Farnham from the @keck.usc.edu about her work on establishing the ChIP Method in mammalian cells. #podcast #chromatin #podcast
Listen here: activemotif.com/podcasts-peg...
Listen here: activemotif.com/podcasts-peg...
Four Keck School alums redefining healing.
Carol Otis broke barriers in women's sports medicine. Naomi Morales leads medical missions across borders. Diana Ramos inspires as CA's Surgeon General. Sara Gaspard builds confidence one patient at a time #NationalWomenPhysiciansDay https://bit.ly/3ZiMrjl
Carol Otis broke barriers in women's sports medicine. Naomi Morales leads medical missions across borders. Diana Ramos inspires as CA's Surgeon General. Sara Gaspard builds confidence one patient at a time #NationalWomenPhysiciansDay https://bit.ly/3ZiMrjl
February 3, 2026 at 11:54 PM
Four Keck School alums redefining healing.
Carol Otis broke barriers in women's sports medicine. Naomi Morales leads medical missions across borders. Diana Ramos inspires as CA's Surgeon General. Sara Gaspard builds confidence one patient at a time #NationalWomenPhysiciansDay https://bit.ly/3ZiMrjl
Carol Otis broke barriers in women's sports medicine. Naomi Morales leads medical missions across borders. Diana Ramos inspires as CA's Surgeon General. Sara Gaspard builds confidence one patient at a time #NationalWomenPhysiciansDay https://bit.ly/3ZiMrjl
Dean’s POV 📸 Breaking news from 330 BCE: @summerin3d.bsky.social and @virtuallyjon.bsky.social with CIMV performed advanced 3D imaging to virtually "unwrap" the mummies and create 3D prints of their spines and artifacts for a new public exhibition @casciencecenter.bsky.social 🧪
#Science #MedSky
#Science #MedSky
February 3, 2026 at 5:46 PM
Dean’s POV 📸 Breaking news from 330 BCE: @summerin3d.bsky.social and @virtuallyjon.bsky.social with CIMV performed advanced 3D imaging to virtually "unwrap" the mummies and create 3D prints of their spines and artifacts for a new public exhibition @casciencecenter.bsky.social 🧪
#Science #MedSky
#Science #MedSky
A breakthrough in #Alzheimers disease #research 🔬
USC researchers have identified new compounds that may target a key driver of brain inflammation linked to Alzheimer’s disease.
The driver is an enzyme called “calcium-dependent phospholipase A2,” or cPLA2.
More about their findings ⬇️
USC researchers have identified new compounds that may target a key driver of brain inflammation linked to Alzheimer’s disease.
The driver is an enzyme called “calcium-dependent phospholipase A2,” or cPLA2.
More about their findings ⬇️
Promising target for Alzheimer's-linked brain inflammation found
USC team develops compound that inhibits enzyme tied to inflammation.
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January 27, 2026 at 8:09 PM
A breakthrough in #Alzheimers disease #research 🔬
USC researchers have identified new compounds that may target a key driver of brain inflammation linked to Alzheimer’s disease.
The driver is an enzyme called “calcium-dependent phospholipase A2,” or cPLA2.
More about their findings ⬇️
USC researchers have identified new compounds that may target a key driver of brain inflammation linked to Alzheimer’s disease.
The driver is an enzyme called “calcium-dependent phospholipase A2,” or cPLA2.
More about their findings ⬇️
Dean's POV 📸 Healthy cooking is key to long-term health.
MD students joined Greg Harlan, MD, & chef Pablo Blanco for a culinary medicine elective, learning how to create healthy meals & incorporate nutrition into their diets, information they can pass along to their patients.
MD students joined Greg Harlan, MD, & chef Pablo Blanco for a culinary medicine elective, learning how to create healthy meals & incorporate nutrition into their diets, information they can pass along to their patients.
January 26, 2026 at 11:52 PM
Dean's POV 📸 Healthy cooking is key to long-term health.
MD students joined Greg Harlan, MD, & chef Pablo Blanco for a culinary medicine elective, learning how to create healthy meals & incorporate nutrition into their diets, information they can pass along to their patients.
MD students joined Greg Harlan, MD, & chef Pablo Blanco for a culinary medicine elective, learning how to create healthy meals & incorporate nutrition into their diets, information they can pass along to their patients.
Electric vehicles are cleaning California’s air right now.
For every 200 EVs added to a neighborhood, nitrogen dioxide pollution dropped 1.1%. Researchers used satellite data to track this across the state from 2019-2023. 🧪 #Science #ElectricVehicles
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For every 200 EVs added to a neighborhood, nitrogen dioxide pollution dropped 1.1%. Researchers used satellite data to track this across the state from 2019-2023. 🧪 #Science #ElectricVehicles
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January 23, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Electric vehicles are cleaning California’s air right now.
For every 200 EVs added to a neighborhood, nitrogen dioxide pollution dropped 1.1%. Researchers used satellite data to track this across the state from 2019-2023. 🧪 #Science #ElectricVehicles
Full story ⬇️⬇️⬇️
For every 200 EVs added to a neighborhood, nitrogen dioxide pollution dropped 1.1%. Researchers used satellite data to track this across the state from 2019-2023. 🧪 #Science #ElectricVehicles
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Major milestone: Hastings Foundation pledges $20M to @usc.edu pulmonary research, bringing total support to $75M+ since 1961.
Funds national recruitment for new Hastings Endowed Chair + research in stem cell, lung cancer, asthma, and more. https://bit.ly/4r0LIPw
Funds national recruitment for new Hastings Endowed Chair + research in stem cell, lung cancer, asthma, and more. https://bit.ly/4r0LIPw
January 22, 2026 at 5:52 PM
Major milestone: Hastings Foundation pledges $20M to @usc.edu pulmonary research, bringing total support to $75M+ since 1961.
Funds national recruitment for new Hastings Endowed Chair + research in stem cell, lung cancer, asthma, and more. https://bit.ly/4r0LIPw
Funds national recruitment for new Hastings Endowed Chair + research in stem cell, lung cancer, asthma, and more. https://bit.ly/4r0LIPw
Why do many childhood #cancer survivors struggle to get follow-up care?
Researchers at the Department of Population and Public Health Sciences reviewed thousands of studies. They found that barriers such as limited access to specialists and emotional or trauma-related stress may contribute.
Researchers at the Department of Population and Public Health Sciences reviewed thousands of studies. They found that barriers such as limited access to specialists and emotional or trauma-related stress may contribute.
Major review highlights barriers to follow-up care for childhood cancer survivors
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January 21, 2026 at 12:09 AM
Why do many childhood #cancer survivors struggle to get follow-up care?
Researchers at the Department of Population and Public Health Sciences reviewed thousands of studies. They found that barriers such as limited access to specialists and emotional or trauma-related stress may contribute.
Researchers at the Department of Population and Public Health Sciences reviewed thousands of studies. They found that barriers such as limited access to specialists and emotional or trauma-related stress may contribute.
In a proof-of-concept study, researchers from the Keck School of Medicine and Caltech have developed a non-invasive method to capture full-body 3D images using a combination of ultrasound and photoacoustic imaging.
#ResearchSky #ScienceNews #MedEd
#ResearchSky #ScienceNews #MedEd
New 3D imaging system could address limitations of MRI, CT and ultrasound
Related News USC researchers pioneer new brain imaging technique through clear “window” in patient’s skull May 29, 2024 USC researchers receive funding to develop next generation of intelligent biocom...
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January 16, 2026 at 9:47 PM
In a proof-of-concept study, researchers from the Keck School of Medicine and Caltech have developed a non-invasive method to capture full-body 3D images using a combination of ultrasound and photoacoustic imaging.
#ResearchSky #ScienceNews #MedEd
#ResearchSky #ScienceNews #MedEd
Igniting discovery in dermatology leadership. 🔥
The Keck School of Medicine of USC has appointed Melvin Chiu, MD, MPH as Chair of the Department of Dermatology. Dr. Chiu is an experienced academic leader advancing patient-centered care, education, and collaboration.
The Keck School of Medicine of USC has appointed Melvin Chiu, MD, MPH as Chair of the Department of Dermatology. Dr. Chiu is an experienced academic leader advancing patient-centered care, education, and collaboration.
January 15, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Igniting discovery in dermatology leadership. 🔥
The Keck School of Medicine of USC has appointed Melvin Chiu, MD, MPH as Chair of the Department of Dermatology. Dr. Chiu is an experienced academic leader advancing patient-centered care, education, and collaboration.
The Keck School of Medicine of USC has appointed Melvin Chiu, MD, MPH as Chair of the Department of Dermatology. Dr. Chiu is an experienced academic leader advancing patient-centered care, education, and collaboration.
Congratulations to Dr. Enrique Ostrzega, recipient of the Dean’s Award for Excellence in Teaching! His decades of excellence in cardiovascular education, ECG training, and mentorship have shaped generations of learners.
January 15, 2026 at 4:49 PM
Congratulations to Dr. Enrique Ostrzega, recipient of the Dean’s Award for Excellence in Teaching! His decades of excellence in cardiovascular education, ECG training, and mentorship have shaped generations of learners.
Leading the way in #Alzheimers disease prevention.
By using cerebrospinal fluid samples from the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at USC, endocrinologist Hussein Yassine, MD, is drawing the link between APOE ε4 and Alzheimer’s into focus.
#ResearchSky #AlzheimersDisease
By using cerebrospinal fluid samples from the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at USC, endocrinologist Hussein Yassine, MD, is drawing the link between APOE ε4 and Alzheimer’s into focus.
#ResearchSky #AlzheimersDisease
Hussein Yassine | A fresh approach to Alzheimer’s prevention
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January 13, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Leading the way in #Alzheimers disease prevention.
By using cerebrospinal fluid samples from the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at USC, endocrinologist Hussein Yassine, MD, is drawing the link between APOE ε4 and Alzheimer’s into focus.
#ResearchSky #AlzheimersDisease
By using cerebrospinal fluid samples from the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at USC, endocrinologist Hussein Yassine, MD, is drawing the link between APOE ε4 and Alzheimer’s into focus.
#ResearchSky #AlzheimersDisease
Congratulations to Dr. Cathy Jalali, recipient of the Dean’s Early Career Award for Excellence in Teaching. Her leadership in curriculum innovation, faculty development, and medical education continues to shape the next generation of physicians.
January 13, 2026 at 6:11 PM
Congratulations to Dr. Cathy Jalali, recipient of the Dean’s Early Career Award for Excellence in Teaching. Her leadership in curriculum innovation, faculty development, and medical education continues to shape the next generation of physicians.
Dean's POV 📸 I'm blown away by this photo of a lab-grown human kidney assembloid from the Li Lab at USC Stem Cell and was thrilled to hear it was selected by @nature.com as Image of the Year. Incredible!
(Image by Pedro Medina/Li Lab/USC Stem Cell) #StemCell #Science 🧪
(Image by Pedro Medina/Li Lab/USC Stem Cell) #StemCell #Science 🧪
January 12, 2026 at 9:16 PM
Dean's POV 📸 I'm blown away by this photo of a lab-grown human kidney assembloid from the Li Lab at USC Stem Cell and was thrilled to hear it was selected by @nature.com as Image of the Year. Incredible!
(Image by Pedro Medina/Li Lab/USC Stem Cell) #StemCell #Science 🧪
(Image by Pedro Medina/Li Lab/USC Stem Cell) #StemCell #Science 🧪
Here's to revolutionary research 🔬
The research team from USC Viterbi’s Wang Lab has found a way to make a solid tumor paint a target on its own back, allowing the body’s immune system to find and destroy it.
#CancerResearch #ResearchSky
The research team from USC Viterbi’s Wang Lab has found a way to make a solid tumor paint a target on its own back, allowing the body’s immune system to find and destroy it.
#CancerResearch #ResearchSky
Tricking Tumors into Marking Themselves for Destruction - USC Viterbi | School of Engineering
New research from the USC Viterbi School of Engineering harnesses focused ultrasound to reprogram solid tumors, making them more effective targets for immune cells.
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January 8, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Here's to revolutionary research 🔬
The research team from USC Viterbi’s Wang Lab has found a way to make a solid tumor paint a target on its own back, allowing the body’s immune system to find and destroy it.
#CancerResearch #ResearchSky
The research team from USC Viterbi’s Wang Lab has found a way to make a solid tumor paint a target on its own back, allowing the body’s immune system to find and destroy it.
#CancerResearch #ResearchSky
Congratulations to Dr. W. Martin Kast, recipient of the Dean’s Award for Excellence in Service. His leadership in translational immunotherapy, mentorship, and cancer education continues to drive impact in research and patient care.
January 8, 2026 at 4:49 PM
Congratulations to Dr. W. Martin Kast, recipient of the Dean’s Award for Excellence in Service. His leadership in translational immunotherapy, mentorship, and cancer education continues to drive impact in research and patient care.
A research collaboration co-led by the Keck School of Medicine and the University of Hawai’i found that higher levels of two common types of #PFAS in the blood were linked to an increased risk of early onset of MASLD in adolescents.
#ResearchSky #ScienceNews
#ResearchSky #ScienceNews
‘Forever chemicals' may increase liver disease risk in adolescents by as much as 3-fold
Related News Longitudinal study links PFAS contamination with teas, processed meats and food packaging February 5, 2024 USC geneticist Marlena Fejzo named one of TIME magazine's 2024 ‘Women of the [...]
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January 8, 2026 at 12:15 AM
A research collaboration co-led by the Keck School of Medicine and the University of Hawai’i found that higher levels of two common types of #PFAS in the blood were linked to an increased risk of early onset of MASLD in adolescents.
#ResearchSky #ScienceNews
#ResearchSky #ScienceNews
Dean’s POV 📸 On 1/7/25, a vast wildfire disaster in LA burned until the 31st. On 1/26, I walked the streets of Altadena and attempted to capture the impact and the unfathomable human pain.
It is gratifying to see friends and colleagues slowly rebuild. #AltadenaStrong
It is gratifying to see friends and colleagues slowly rebuild. #AltadenaStrong
January 7, 2026 at 9:43 PM
Dean’s POV 📸 On 1/7/25, a vast wildfire disaster in LA burned until the 31st. On 1/26, I walked the streets of Altadena and attempted to capture the impact and the unfathomable human pain.
It is gratifying to see friends and colleagues slowly rebuild. #AltadenaStrong
It is gratifying to see friends and colleagues slowly rebuild. #AltadenaStrong
Congratulations to Dr. Kimberly Petko, recipient of the Dean’s Early Career Award for Excellence in Service! Her leadership in community engagement and advocacy continues to strengthen access to care and advance equity-driven public health solutions.
January 6, 2026 at 5:54 PM
Congratulations to Dr. Kimberly Petko, recipient of the Dean’s Early Career Award for Excellence in Service! Her leadership in community engagement and advocacy continues to strengthen access to care and advance equity-driven public health solutions.
Researchers at USC Viterbi School of Engineering and the USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences have developed a new AI algorithm named RED (Rare Event Detection) to automate the detection of a few cancer cells among millions of normal blood cells.
#CancerResearch #ResearchSky
#CancerResearch #ResearchSky
Researchers Invent New AI Tool to Automate Detection of Cancer in Blood Samples - USC Viterbi | School of Engineering
Innovation detects cancer cells in blood samples (liquid biopsies) in as little as 10 minutes and identifies hard-to-find cells without humans in-the-loop
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January 2, 2026 at 12:28 AM
Researchers at USC Viterbi School of Engineering and the USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences have developed a new AI algorithm named RED (Rare Event Detection) to automate the detection of a few cancer cells among millions of normal blood cells.
#CancerResearch #ResearchSky
#CancerResearch #ResearchSky