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USC researchers found that targeting the thymus can reduce age-related inflammation and improve cancer outcomes.

USC research shows that a common genetic variant in Indigenous American populations silences the mitochondrial microprotein “MENTSH.” Restoring it improves insulin signaling and blocks diet-induced weight gain in preclinical studies.

A newly discovered gut-brain connection turns meals into memories, and may offer novel ways to protect cognitive health.

A USC-led study finds reduced volume in areas of the brain connected to memory formation, indicating a potential link between television use and dementia risk.

USC researchers identified a biological pathway that helps activate the immune response against certain types of cancer.

Because risk factors such as low education, high blood pressure and smoking vary widely, a one-size-fits-all approach to prevention won’t work.

Public health concerns remain for those adults who frequently misuse stimulant medications, according to a review from the Keck School of Medicine of USC.

The largest diffusion MRI network analysis of bipolar disorder to date reveals subtle but widespread differences in brain communication pathways involved in emotion, reward and cognitive control.

The student-built MAVERIC satellite will test next-generation space technologies while advancing research into autonomous spacecraft and AI.

The researcher is building evaluation methods for AI in healthcare. Her latest project asked 100 mental health professionals to stress-test AI chatbots on real patient questions.