From Microbes to Medicine: How this USC chemistry professor inspires future scientists
In Jie Li's chemistry lab at USC, undergraduate researchers discover how tiny microbes can lead to big discoveries for medicine and public health.
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Brain scientist Kristy Welshhans helps student researchers tackle big questions in early development
McCausland College of Arts and Sciences neuroscientist Kristy Welshhans advances Down syndrome research while mentoring undergraduates in cutting-edge brain development studies to prepare them for careers in science, medicine and beyond.
USC chemistry professor awarded as champion for undergraduate researchers
USC chemistry professor Olja Simoska helps turn first-year students into scientists and earned the 2025 Distinguished Undergraduate Research Mentor Award for launching hands-on lab experiences that tackle big issues like antibiotic resistance and wearable health tech.
USC media arts alumni shape Columbia's filmmaking scene
Four USC media arts alumni are shaping Columbia's film scene--turning passion into legacy while mentoring the next generation of storytellers.
Michael Stipe Named 2025 McNair Honoree
Michael Stipe, former lead singer of R.E.M., was honored as the 2025 McNair Honoree during a live-recorded McNair Conversation on the American South, hosted by the Institute for Southern Studies. The event highlighted his artistic career and will be featured on the Take on the South podcast, along with a video and images available online.