Research News
- Saving the Planet With Carbon Dioxide
Could CO2 be used to fuel the world’s economies and reverse global warming? Top scientists at a NSF/USC workshop reach for the moon.
Read More - Robot Interaction May Help Youngsters
USC studies document that children with autism disorders actively interact with robots. Creation of therapy tools is the next step.
Read More - Research That Makes a Difference
USC School of Pharmacy professors Daryl Davies and Ron Alkana welcome students from high school through Ph.D. programs in their dynamic lab setting.
Read More - Amazon Powers Ocean’s Carbon Sink
New study contradicts previous estimates, showing that the tropical Atlantic captures a surprising amount of carbon.
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Events & Announcements
- Proteomics Symposium
August 04, 2008
The symposium will address recent advances and future directions in basic and translational proteomics research. More Details
- Developing a Funded Research Program September 03, 2008Workshop headed by Randolph Hall, Vice Provost for Research Advancement. More Details
- Making a Book Out of a Dissertation: The Alchemy of Academic Publishing September 18, 2008This event will be facilitated by William Deverell, Professor of History, CER Fellow More Details
- Developing and Submitting a NIH Grant Application September 24, 2008Workshop headed by Steve Moldin, Executive Director of the USC Washington, DC Office of Research Advancement. More Details
Announcements
The Office of Research Advancement offers a peer-to-peer proposal review service for applications to external funding agencies. Investigators should notify the office roughly 4 weeks in advance of the proposal due date. Faculty who wish to utilize this service, or volunteer to serve as a mentor, should contact Cevadne Lee at cevadnel@usc.edu.
NIH implements Public Access Policy regarding NIH-funded research. Information on faculty compliance is available via Norris Medical Library. Visit Site
The Guide for Research at USC, developed by the Office of Compliance and the Office of Research Advancement,has been distributed as ready reference on university processes for: (1) proposal submission, (2) account establishment, (3) research management, (4) closeout, and (5) research education. Download Guide: Visit Site
Featured Research Initiative
Health Collaborative
The USC Health Collaborative is a university-wide forum that fosters inter- and trans-disciplinary research, education and networking in health and related fields. Visit Site
Highlighted Research Center
Zilkha Neurogenetic Institute
The Zilkha Institute studies the genetic basis of neurological diseases and behavioral disorders. Visit Site
Research Channel
A series of informational video programs highlighting research events from USC with a special emphasis on faculty and staff interviews and presentations. Visit Site
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