As evidenced by leap years, it may seem like humans have an odd way of measuring time, says USC Dornsife professor Vahe Peroomian. Sometimes, timekeepers even have to add extra seconds to clocks.
USC Dornsife has given four longstanding fields clearer academic identities, increasing their visibility in research and graduate education.
The USC Dornsife chemist whose innovations helped transform digital displays is recognized for research Clarivate considers of Nobel caliber.
As part of The Conversations’ “Curious Kids” series, a USC Dornsife astronomer explains how a runaway greenhouse effect has made the surface temperature of Venus hot enough to melt lead.
A USC Dornsife-led study found that faults that appear simple can produce surprisingly complex earthquakes.
As he nears completion of his degree, Charles Lehnen reflects on his research aimed at ensuring the survival of the giant reptiles — as well as his own harrowing survival story.
The five-year Research Training Group award will fund groundbreaking research in geometry and representation theory while supporting students and educators across Los Angeles.
By focusing on a trigger of brain inflammation, USC Dornsife’s Vsevolod “Seva” Katritch and USC colleagues pursue a new drug therapy and now understand why some people with a key risk factor for the disease develop dementia.
Professors bring expertise in a range of subjects, from mood and anxiety disorders to the impact of technological change on society.
