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A loss of salt and body fluid can stimulate kidney regeneration and repair in mice, according to a NIH-funded study led by USC Stem Cell scientist Janos Peti-Peterdi and published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation.

To regenerate the kidney, please don’t pass the salt - USC Stem Cell A loss of salt and body fluid can stimulate kidney regeneration and repair in mice, according to a NIH-funded study led by USC Stem Cell scientist Janos Peti-Peterdi and published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation. This innate regenerative response relies on a small population of kidney cells...

USC medical school dean appointed to CIRM board Press Release USC medical school dean appointed to CIRM board Acclaimed higher-ed leader, researcher and neuroradiologist Carolyn C. Meltzer, MD, who leads the Keck School of Medicine of USC, takes on a governance role with California’s state stem cell agency. Wayne Lewis May 29, 2024 Carolyn C. M...

We have two 1-year positions with a 1-year renewal option available for clinical trainees interested in conducting research related to stem cell biology and/or regenerative medicine in one of the leading labs at USC. The positions are open to current clinical residents, clinical fellows, or individuals who completed their MDs. No prior research experience is needed. Funding will begin in September 2024.

2024 Call for Applications: CIRM Clinical Research Fellowship in Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine - USC Stem Cell We have two 1-year positions with a 1-year renewal option available for clinical trainees interested in conducting research related to stem cell biology and/or regenerative medicine in one of the leading labs at USC. The positions are open to current clinical residents, clinical fellows or individua...

At the Keck School of Medicine of USC’s Commencement for the master’s, doctoral, and nurse anesthesia programs, the word of the day was “gwenchana.” “Today, I want to teach a lesson in Korean language,” said Christian Chung, a graduate of the master of science in stem cell biology and regenerative medicine program, who was selected by the Class of 2024 to give one of two student commencement speeches at the ceremony.

Graduates of the Keck School of Medicine of USC’s master’s, doctoral, and nurse anesthesia programs go forth with “gwenchana” - USC Stem Cell At the Keck School of Medicine of USC’s 2024 Commencement Ceremony for the master’s, doctoral, and nurse anesthesia programs, the word of the day was “gwenchana.” “Today, I want to teach a ...

In honor of the 10th anniversary of USC’s stem cell master’s program, we asked 10 alumni to reflect on how the program changed the course of their lives and careers.

How the USC stem cell master’s program changed the lives of 10 alumni - USC Stem Cell In honor of the 10th anniversary of USC’s stem cell master’s program, we asked 10 alumni to reflect on how the program changed the course of their lives and careers.

A new USC Stem Cell study, led by scientists from the lab of Zhongwei Li, introduces a new and improved way to grow the cells that give rise to the kidney’s filtration system.

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Traumatic brain injury ( ) can increase your risk for developing and . In a Cell Stem Cell study, scientists from the Ichida Lab at USC Stem Cell use lab-grown human brain structures called organoids to offer insights into why this is the case and how to mitigate the risk.

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USC Stem Cell welcomes new leader, renowned physician-scientist Chuck Murry Press Release USC Stem Cell welcomes new leader, renowned physician-scientist Chuck Murry A stem cell innovator focusing on repairing the heart, Murry brings expertise in translating biomedical science to the clinic as he joins the Keck School of Medicine of USC. Wayne Lewis March 27, 2024 Photo/Gav...

A new Chan Zuckerberg Initiative-supported major project at the USC Viterbi School of Engineering and the Keck School of Medicine of USC, co-led by USC Stem Cell scientists Megan McCain and Leonardo Morsut, will grow and modify muscle tissue in the lab to help combat neuromuscular disorders and more.

A Green Light to Build Muscle Cells on Command - USC Viterbi | School of Engineering USC Viterbi and Keck USC researchers, aided by Chan Zuckerberg Initiative grant, seek to control how cells grow into tissue, with game-changing applications in neuromuscular diseases and more.

We are pleased to offer a 2-year CIRM Clinical Research Fellowship available for a clinical trainee excited to carry out research related to stem cell biology and/or regenerative medicine in one of the premier labs at USC.

2024 Call for Applications: CIRM Clinical Research Fellowship in Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine - USC Stem Cell We are pleased to offer a 2-year position available for a clinical trainee excited to carry out research related to stem cell biology and/or regenerative medicine in one of the premier labs ...

USC surgeon-scientist Linda Sher is collaborating with Renovate Biosciences to develop a new source of organs for replacement of function and transplantation by growing human livers in pigs, supported by a $2.7 million CIRM grant.

USC surgeon-scientist Linda Sher receives $2.7 million CIRM grant to develop and test immunologically modified and humanized swine livers - USC Stem Cell regenerated liver In 1992, Linda Sher was part of a surgical team at Cedars-Sinai that transplanted a pig liver into a human patient for the first time in the history of medicine. The pig liver kept the patient alive for 36 hours—long enough for a human donor organ to become available, but not long enough for the s...

To democratize access to lab-grown organ-like structures known as organoids and other advanced stem cell and transcriptomic technologies, USC Stem Cell will launch the CIRM ASCEND Center, dedicated to “Advancing Stem Cell Education and Novel Discoveries.” https://stemcell.keck.usc.edu/3-95-million-cirm-grant-establishes-usc-ascend-center/

Congratulations to USC Stem Cell faculty members Justin Ichida, Yang Chai, Denis Evseenko and Peter Kuhn on being elected as senior members of the National Academy of Inventors!

National Academy of Inventors elects four Keck School of Medicine of USC faculty as senior members Press Release National Academy of Inventors elects four Keck School of Medicine of USC faculty as senior members Innovations developed by researchers include stem-cell based technologies and tests that enable personalized cancer care. Wayne Lewis February 27, 2024 Clockwise from top left – Yang Ch...

Earlier this week, students the Keck School of Medicine of USC took a doggone break and relaxed with dogs from the USC Humane Society, hosted by the USC stem cell department's well-being team!

Humane Society of USC partners with Keck to bring dogs to campus Students and staff relish the chance to chill with canines for the day.

Apply now for the USC Master's Program in Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine. The deadline to apply is March 1st, 2024. Partial scholarships are available for qualified applicants.
To learn more, check out our brochure at https://midd.me/CxaE or visit our website at https://scrm.usc.edu.

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We're so proud that our USC Stem Cell trainees (Zheyu Pan and Darian Gamble from the Lozito Lab, Shuwan Liu from the Mariani Lab, and Youngjoo Lee and Dr. Arijita Sarkar from the Evseenko Lab) were chosen for poster and podium presentations at the 2024 Orthopaedic Research Society Society meeting in Long Beach. Congratulations to all!

As people age or become ill, their immune systems can become exhausted and less capable of fighting viruses. In a new study in Science Advances, USC Stem Cell researchers from the Rong Lu Lab describe how gene activity could enhance immune cell production. https://stemcell.keck.usc.edu/study-shows-how-gene-activity-modulates-immune-cell-production/

A new USC Stem Cell study from the lab of Oliver Bell, published in Nature Communications, throws our understanding of gene regulation for a loop.

USC Stem Cell study throws our understanding of gene regulation for a loop - USC Stem Cell The blueprint for human life lies within the DNA in the nucleus of each of our cells. In human cells, around six and a half feet of this genetic material must be condensed to fit inside the nucleus. DNA condensation is not random. To function properly, the genetic material is highly organized into l...

Today's episode of Science Friday features Giorgia Quadrato from USC Stem Cell discussing her lab's latest paper in Cell Stem Cell, which presents a game-changing brain organoid model to study human cerebellar development and disease.

Brain ‘Organoids’: Lab-Grown Cell Clusters Model Brain Functions Scientists can coax stem cells into clusters that mimic the functions of brain regions, which could help us understand brain disorders.

USC Stem Cell scientists from the lab of Giorgia Quadrato develop a game-changing organoid model to study human cerebellar development and disease, published in Cell Stem Cell. https://stemcell.keck.usc.edu/scientists-develop-organoids-to-study-human-cerebellar-development-and-disease/

Variants of , an autism-linked gene previously thought only to affect synapses, may disrupt early brain development. The findings from the lab of Giorgia Quadrato appear in Nature Neuroscience. https://stemcell.keck.usc.edu/autism-linked-gene-syngap1-could-impact-early-stages-of-human-brain-development/

USC doubles the number of for stem cell master’s students.

USC doubles the number of scholarships for stem cell master’s students - USC Stem Cell This year, ten students earned scholarships that enabled them to attend USC’s master’s program in stem cell biology and regenerative medicine, one of the only programs of its kind in the United States. Compared to the previous year, this represents a doubling in the number of scholarships availa...

Research from the USC Stem Cell lab of Justin Ichida advances toward clinical development for , following a license agreement between companies Takeda and AcuraStem. https://stemcell.keck.usc.edu/ichidas-research-advances-toward-clinical-development-following-license-agreement-between-takeda-and-acurastem/

Our master’s program invites you to chart a course for the medicine of the future—regenerative medicine. Application portal opens Oct.16! Visit https://scrm.usc.edu and check out our interactive brochure: https://midd.me/CxaE

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Few scientists will forget the first time they presented research at a conference. Thanks to the Neil Segil Stem Cell Travel Scholarships, three USC Stem Cell undergraduate researchers recently experienced this career first.

Three USC Stem Cell undergraduates expand their horizons, thanks to Neil Segil Travel Scholarships - USC Stem Cell Few scientists will ever forget the first time they presented their research at a conference. Thanks to the Neil Segil Stem Cell Travel Scholarships, three USC Stem Cell undergraduate researchers recently had the opportunity to experience this career first.

USC Stem Cell is a tenured associate professor or professor of stem cell biology and regenerative medicine.

Open Rank—Tenured Associate or Professor of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine, USC - USC Stem Cell USC, founded in 1880, is the largest private employer in Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the ...

We are excited to invite USC students to apply for the USC COMPASS Scholars Program (brochure here: http://bit.ly/3HeZvNa). Please visit our website at https://compass.usc.edu/to learn more and save the date for our upcoming information session on Sept. 21!