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January 2006

A Great Filmmaker and a Complex Man
USC College professors provide perspectives on Elia Kazan, known for more than his critically acclaimed films. The discussion was held at the downtown Los Angeles Public Library.

It's a Contender
University Professor Leo Braudy's new book, On the Waterfront, explores the content of the timeless film.

'Genius' of Memory
USC College alumna wins prestigious MacArthur Foundation Fellowship.

Blood, Sweat and Beers — and Math
Interdisciplinary team develops wristwatch-like biosensor to track alcohol use through a person's sweat.

USC Participates in a Chemical First
An international team featuring three Trojan representatives observes a reaction in real time from the molecule’s point of view.

Predicting the Big One?
SCEC gets $1.2 million to study earthquake prediction

Early Infection Stunts Growth, Lifespan
USC gerontologists and College professors Crimmins and Finch offer findings based on health records of 18th- and 19th-century Europeans.