The annual USC Global Health Case Competition brings together teams of students from all disciplines, and from across the university, to tackle a critical global health challenge. This year the competition will take place virtually on February 28, 2025. Fourteen days after receiving the case, each team of five students must propose an innovative, comprehensive solution ... Read more
The Infectious Disease Epidemiology and Applied Studies (IDEAS) Initiative and the USC Institute on Inequalities in Global Health (IIGH) invite you to a virtual seminar featuring Dr. Keith Chirgwin, an independent advisor and consultant for several Drug & Vaccine Developers and Funders. Prior to retiring from the Gates Foundation in 2021, he oversaw regulatory strategy for the Foundation’s product development ... Read more
The USC Center for Personalized Brain Health (CPBH) is excited to announce its first annual research symposium, Advances in Personalized Brain Health. The event will occur on Tuesday, February 25th, 2025, from 8:15 AM – 5:00 PM, at the Zilkha Neurogenetics Institute, Suite 112, for in-person attendees and via Zoom for online attendees. We offer a full day of experts ... Read more
This panel discussion will explore how medical schools, residency programs, and higher education institutions are addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion in light of the Supreme Court’s recent reversal of affirmative action.
Team Science Tuesday 2025 Seminar Series: Virtual 12-1pm Mission: Building community and recognizing Team Science by sharing resources and ideas. Please join us for our February Seminar: Topic: Solving the Puzzle of Team Science Team Science is a “puzzle” that brings together different disciplines, sectors, and communities. How can we solve this puzzle? - Share ... Read more
“Impacts of Bias: Microaggressions and Interventions” Radiology Grand Rounds presentation by Bianca Edison, MD Associate Clinical Professor of Orthopedics Keck School of Medicine of USC Vice-Chair of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Department of Surgery, Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles Dr. Bianca Edison is a sports medicine and orthopedic attending physician at the Jackie and Gene Autry ... Read more
Farmer's market style showcase of Black-owned businesses and community organizations, with performances by historically black organizations.
The USC Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) Research and Education Component (REC) is resuming its seminar series for the 2024–2025 calendar year. Talks are held via Zoom on Fridays from 1–2 PM PST. The overall goal of the ADRC REC is to support educational activities that complement and/or enhance the training of a workforce to meet the nation’s biomedical, behavioral, ... Read more
Are you a current USC pre-health student interested in earning a master’s degree while completing your bachelor’s degree? Join us at a virtual info session where you can learn more about the Progressive Master’s Degree in Global Medicine and how it can help you to earn your master’s degree in as few as 24 units. ... Read more
https://usc.zoom.us/j/95873416446?pwd=KKg9M4RHaMzeUOJba6L8yow63PNv4V.1 Meeting ID: 958 7341 6446 Passcode: 967574 Talk Title: Understanding the association between air pollution and dementia by using early biomarkers of disease and omics profiling of disease-relevant tissues The Center for Genetic Epidemiology is hosting a virtual seminar with Dr. Anke Huels. Dr Huels is a biostatistician with training in environmental and molecular epidemiology. ... Read more
If you’ve been longing to engage in a regular meditation practice, but find that having a neurodivergent mind inhibits you from establishing and maintaining one, this class is right for you. Register here Megan Heiser teaches the principles of Mindfulness and compassion for oneself and others in order to live a more awake and joyful life. ... Read more
President Carol Folt invites you to attend the State of the University Address Thursday, March 6 Program at 8:00 am Aresty Auditorium Health Sciences Campus Please respond by Tuesday, February 25, at usc.edu/esvp (code: address).
The Master of Public Health Student Association (MaPHSA) invites you to its Women's History Month event. Join us in celebrating, discussing, and highlighting women who are making significant strides in achieving better outcomes for women. Register here.
“Health care in the U.S. is at a watershed moment concerning disability,” says philosopher Joel Michael Reynolds, author of The Life Worth Living: Disability, Pain, and Morality, founder of The Journal of Philosophy of Disability , and co-founder of the book series Oxford Studies in Disability, Ethics, and Society. “By listening to disabled people, prioritizing their flourishing, and enacting disability justice, we can ... Read more
The Southern California Environmental Health Sciences Center is hosting a Seminar by Dr. Libby McClure titled “Epidemiology as a Tool for Environmental Justice.” This seminar will take place on March 7th, 11:45am-1:00pm on Zoom. Dr. McClure’s research centers on environmental justice, using collaborative methods to address community concerns and examine how structural inequalities drive health ... Read more
The USC Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) Research and Education Component (REC) is resuming its seminar series for the 2024–2025 calendar year. Talks are held via Zoom on Fridays from 1–2 PM PST. The overall goal of the ADRC REC is to support educational activities that complement and/or enhance the training of a workforce to meet the nation’s biomedical, behavioral, ... Read more
The USC Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) Research and Education Component (REC) presents its seminar series for the 2024–2025 calendar year. Talks are held via Zoom on Fridays from 1–2 PM PST. The overall goal of the ADRC REC is to support educational activities that complement and/or enhance the training of a workforce to meet the nation’s biomedical, ... Read more
Join the Global Medicine program and the WorldMED student organization in welcoming special guest speakers Professor Yoshinori Nakata and Professor Mariko Inoue from the Teikyo University Graduate School of Public Health who will speak about their research and experiences in clinical and public health settings in Japan on Monday, March 10, at 4pm in McKibben ... Read more
Engage with leading researchers as they present cutting-edge discoveries in diabetes and obesity research. This full-day symposium fosters scientific discussion and collaboration to drive innovative research, multidisciplinary partnerships, and real-world impact. The free event features keynote talks from top experts across the U.S., alongside oral and poster presentations from trainees across USC’s three campuses and ... Read more
Financial wellness is an important contributor to overall health and well-being, which is why the USC Healthy Campus Financial Wellness subcommittee, in collaboration with USC Credit Union, Fidelity, Vanguard, and TIAA, is hosting “Navigating Towards a Successful Financial Future.” This financial education webinar series for faculty and staff offers tips to help you make informed financial decisions for today and ... Read more
Registration is now open for the 10th annual APRU Global Health Case Competition. Teams of 3-6 students will compete with teams from around the region in this fun and educational competition relating to a real-world global health challenge. This year’s partners are the UNDP, the FAO, and Data.org. The challenge will be released on March ... Read more
The 2024 US Presidential Election is already having profound impacts on the future of sexual and reproductive health and rights not only in the United States, but around the world. Politics have always had an outsized effect on SRHR issues – including abortion and contraceptive access, gender-affirming care, and HIV prevention and treatment services. More ... Read more
In-person Norris Research Tower 1508 - First Floor Conference Room or virtual: https://usc.zoom.us/j/95873416446?pwd=KKg9M4RHaMzeUOJba6L8yow63PNv4V.1 Meeting ID: 958 7341 6446 Passcode: 967574 The Center for Genetic Epidemiology is excited to host an in-person and virtual seminar with Dr. David Evans on March 12. Dr Evans is an NHMRC Leadership Fellow and Professor of Statistical Genetics at the University of Queensland ... Read more
You are invited to join us for a presentation by Dr. Jonah Chan from University of California, San Francisco on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at 12PM to 1PM titled, “The basal lamina regulates the form and function of Schwann cells” in the Herklotz Conference Room/Zilka Neurogenetic Institute ZNI 112. It is located in the Health ... Read more
Advancing Cancer Health Equity through Patient and Community Navigation The Cancer Health Equity Symposium at USC serves as a dynamic platform uniting experts, researchers, and advocates dedicated to addressing the disparities in cancer care access and outcomes. Join us for a day of insightful presentations, discussion and collaboration aimed at advancing cancer health equity across ... Read more
“Technological Innovation: Bridging Gaps in healthcare in US and Worldwide” Presented by Bhavya Rehani, MD, Professor of Neuroradiology Vice Chair of Global Affairs, Department of Radiology University of Washington Dr. Rehani is the Vice Chair of Global Affairs and Professor of Radiology at University of Washington. She is the Co-Founder and President of a global ... Read more
“EatWell Bites” is a nutrition education series providing practical tips, hands-on demonstrations, and resources to help you make balanced food and lifestyle choices. Faculty and staff are invited to join the virtual 30-minute webinars at 12:15 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month, January through June 2025. Please note that January’s session will take ... Read more
This half-day hybrid symposium serves as a collaborative forum bringing together leading experts, researchers, and advocates in obesity prevention. Join us for insightful discussions and presentations that will explore the current gaps in research, focusing on the intersection of multiple health risk behaviors and their impact on obesity. The symposium is open to: Individuals interested ... Read more
The USC Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) Research and Education Component (REC) is resuming its seminar series for the 2024–2025 calendar year. Talks are held via Zoom on Fridays from 1–2 PM PST. The overall goal of the ADRC REC is to support educational activities that complement and/or enhance the training of a workforce to meet the nation’s biomedical, behavioral, ... Read more
The USC Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) Research and Education Component (REC) presents its seminar series for the 2024–2025 calendar year. Talks are held via Zoom on Fridays from 1–2 PM PST. The overall goal of the ADRC REC is to support educational activities that complement and/or enhance the training of a workforce to meet the nation’s biomedical, ... Read more
The Research Success Teams (RST) program equips early career investigators with the skills they need to become independently funded. Research Success Teams provides specialized support for junior investigators to prepare and submit competitive proposals for Career Development Awards or Independent Research Awards. Join this didactic session to become familiar with RST and understand how it ... Read more
Join us for a hands-on REDCap workshop in March 2025, designed for researchers launching new studies or seeking a reliable data collection and management tool. This session will guide you through the basics and intermediate features of REDCap, a secure, web-based platform for developing databases and surveys for clinical research. With expert support from CHLA ... Read more
A faculty development workshop for clinician educators on how best to assess medical students.
The USC Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) Research and Education Component (REC) is resuming its seminar series for the 2024–2025 calendar year. Talks are held via Zoom on Fridays from 1–2 PM PST. The overall goal of the ADRC REC is to support educational activities that complement and/or enhance the training of a workforce to meet the nation’s biomedical, behavioral, ... Read more
The USC Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) Research and Education Component (REC) presents its seminar series for the 2024–2025 calendar year. Talks are held via Zoom on Fridays from 1–2 PM PST. The overall goal of the ADRC REC is to support educational activities that complement and/or enhance the training of a workforce to meet the nation’s biomedical, ... Read more
A faculty development workshop for clinician educators on how best to assess medical students.
The Infectious Disease Epidemiology and Applied Studies (IDEAS) Initiative and the USC Institute on Inequalities in Global Health (IIGH) invite you to a virtual seminar featuring our very own Dr. Chanita Hughes Halbert, Interim Executive Vice Chair, Vice Chair for Research and Professor of Population and Public Health Sciences at the Keck School of Medicine of USC. Dr. Halbert is ... Read more
You are invited to join us for a presentation by Dr. Karunesh Ganguly from University of California, San Francisco on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at 12PM to 1PM titled, “Targeted modulation of neural population dynamics to improve movement control after brain injury” in the Herklotz Conference Room/ZNI 112. It is in the Health Science Campus ... Read more
If you’ve been longing to engage in a regular meditation practice, but find that having a neurodivergent mind inhibits you from establishing and maintaining one, this class is right for you. Register here Megan Heiser teaches the principles of Mindfulness and compassion for oneself and others in order to live a more awake and joyful life. ... Read more
You are invited to our 2025 Spring Zach Hall Lecture on March 27, 2025 at 1:00PM to 4:00PM! This is in-person and will be held at ZNI Herklotz Conference Room/ZNI 112. Poster Session and Reception will follow at 2:00PM to 4:00PM. The Zach Hall Lecture is an event to honor Zach Hall and all his ... Read more
Are you a current USC pre-health student interested in earning a master’s degree while completing your bachelor’s degree? Join us at a virtual info session where you can learn more about the Progressive Master’s Degree in Global Medicine and how it can help you to earn your master’s degree in as few as 24 units. ... Read more
The USC Institute on Inequalities in Global Health (IIGH), with support from the USC Office of the Provost, is pleased to host the USC Global Health Symposium on Friday, March 28, 2025 on the University Park Campus. This dynamic event will bring together faculty, students, and staff from across all corners of the USC campus ... Read more
The USC Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) Research and Education Component (REC) is resuming its seminar series for the 2024–2025 calendar year. Talks are held via Zoom on Fridays from 1–2 PM PST. The overall goal of the ADRC REC is to support educational activities that complement and/or enhance the training of a workforce to meet the nation’s biomedical, behavioral, ... Read more
The USC Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) Research and Education Component (REC) presents its seminar series for the 2024–2025 calendar year. Talks are held via Zoom on Fridays from 1–2 PM PST. The overall goal of the ADRC REC is to support educational activities that complement and/or enhance the training of a workforce to meet the nation’s biomedical, ... Read more
If you’ve been longing to engage in a regular meditation practice, but find that having a neurodivergent mind inhibits you from establishing and maintaining one, this class is right for you. Register here Megan Heiser teaches the principles of Mindfulness and compassion for oneself and others in order to live a more awake and joyful life. ... Read more
“EatWell Bites” is a nutrition education series providing practical tips, hands-on demonstrations, and resources to help you make balanced food and lifestyle choices. Faculty and staff are invited to join the virtual 30-minute webinars at 12:15 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month, January through June 2025. Please note that January’s session will take ... Read more
The USC Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) Research and Education Component (REC) is resuming its seminar series for the 2024–2025 calendar year. Talks are held via Zoom on Fridays from 1–2 PM PST. The overall goal of the ADRC REC is to support educational activities that complement and/or enhance the training of a workforce to meet the nation’s biomedical, behavioral, ... Read more
The USC Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) Research and Education Component (REC) presents its seminar series for the 2024–2025 calendar year. Talks are held via Zoom on Fridays from 1–2 PM PST. The overall goal of the ADRC REC is to support educational activities that complement and/or enhance the training of a workforce to meet the nation’s biomedical, ... Read more
This program is open to all eligible individuals. Keck School of Medicine of USC operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.