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The journal Nature Communications recently released its list of Top 25 Life and Biological Sciences Articles of 2023, citing among them a breakthrough study by USC Dornsife scientists.
The National Science Foundation awarded a $15 million grant for a study led by Jill McNitt-Gray, focusing on muscle control in rapid movements under complex conditions, with implications for sports and rehabilitation.
Elizabeth Durst, associate professor (teaching) of writing, has been awarded the prestigious Award for Distinguished Service by the American Association of Teachers of Slavic and East European Languages (AATSEEL). The accolade recognizes Durst’s exemplary leadership as executive director of AATSEEL from 2011 through 2023, where she significantly contributed to the organization during difficult times. Her efforts include adapting to digital platforms during the COVID-19 pandemic, spearheading fundraising initiatives, and fostering discussions on current geopolitical challenges.
Moh El-Naggar, divisional dean for the physical sciences and mathematics, Dean’s Professor of Physics and Astronomy, and professor of physics and astronomy and chemistry, and Eric Webb, professor of biological sciences and environmental studies, have been elected Fellows of the American Academy of Microbiology.
USC Dornsife's Center for New Technologies in Drug Discovery and Development hosts the latest workshop on Feb. 23.
Lydie Moudileno, Marion Frances Chevalier Professor of French and professor of French and American studies and ethnicity and comparative literature, has been bestowed the Ordre des Palmes Académiques (Order of Academic Palms). This national honor conferred by the French Republic upon eminent academics and educators acknowledges their invaluable contributions to the realms of academia, education and scientific inquiry.
Kelly Luo, Gabilan Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy, was elected to the executive committee of the American Physical Society Forum on Early Career Scientists. The forum provides support and mentorship to post-doctoral fellows as they navigate through the early stages of their career and helps them increase inclusion and participation in the activities and decision-making of the physics community worldwide.
Greta Panova, Gabilan Distinguished Professor of Science and Engineering and professor of mathematics, has been awarded the 2024–2025 AMS Joan and Joseph Birman Fellowship for Women Scholars. This prestigious fellowship is dedicated to exceptionally talented women in mathematics, recognizing their achievements and potential for significant future contributions to their field. The fellowship provides support and addresses underrepresentation of women at the highest levels of research in mathematics.