INSTITITUES AND CENTERS
The University of Southern California (USC) hosts a wide array of institutes and centers that drive cutting-edge research, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and provide resources for students, faculty, and industry professionals. Below is an overview:
1. Research Institutes and Centers:
Health and Medicine:
- Keck Medicine of USC: Focuses on clinical and translational research in health sciences.
- USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center: A leader in cancer research and treatment.
- Zilkha Neurogenetic Institute: Specializes in neuroscience and genetics research.
- USC Institute for Addiction Science (IAS): Multidisciplinary research on addiction prevention and treatment.
Engineering and Technology:
- USC Information Sciences Institute (ISI): Research in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and computer science.
- USC Viterbi Center for Cyber-Physical Systems and the Internet of Things: Focuses on smart devices and systems.
- USC Institute for Creative Technologies (ICT): Develops virtual reality, AI, and immersive technologies.
Business and Economics:
- USC Marshall Center for Global Supply Chain Management: Advances research and training in supply chain and logistics.
- Lloyd Greif Center for Entrepreneurial Studies: Promotes entrepreneurship through research and education.
- USC Center for Economic and Social Research (CESR): Conducts studies on global economic and social trends.
Arts and Humanities:
- USC School of Cinematic Arts: Renowned for research and innovation in film, media, and entertainment.
- USC Annenberg Innovation Lab: Focuses on media and communication technologies.
- USC Shoah Foundation: Dedicated to genocide research and education.
Social Sciences and Public Policy:
- USC Sol Price Center for Social Innovation: Works on solutions to urban challenges and inequality.
- USC Center for the Political Future: Promotes dialogue on politics and public policy.
- USC Dornsife Spatial Sciences Institute: Specializes in geographic information science and spatial analysis.
2. Interdisciplinary Research:
- USC Michelson Center for Convergent Bioscience: Integrates science, engineering, and medicine to solve global health challenges.
- USC Stevens Center for Innovation: Bridges academia and industry to promote entrepreneurship and commercialization.
- USC Center for Artificial Intelligence in Society (CAIS): Uses AI to address social challenges like homelessness and healthcare access.
3. Global and International Centers:
- USC East Asian Studies Center: Promotes research and education on East Asian societies and cultures.
- USC Center on Public Diplomacy: A global leader in public diplomacy scholarship and practice.
4. Student-Focused Centers:
- USC Career Center: Supports career development and internships.
- Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity: Provides academic support for students with learning differences.
- USC Rossier Center for Educational Policy, Equity, and Governance: Focuses on improving K-12 education policies.
5. Specialized Institutes:
- USC Brain and Creativity Institute: Researches the relationship between the brain, emotions, and creativity.
- USC Wrigley Institute for Environmental Studies: Dedicated to sustainability and marine science research.
For a full list and more details, visit the USC Research Institutes and Centers page.