Four USC faculty members honored as Guggenheim Fellows

Four USC faculty members—Kyle Abraham, Natalia Molina, Amy O’Neal, and Jennifer West—were named 2026 Guggenheim Fellows, a prestigious award supporting independent creative and scholarly work. Selected from nearly 5,000 applicants, the fellows represent excellence in dance, history, and visual art. Their work spans choreography, race and cultural history, hip-hop dance innovation, and experimental film. The fellowship recognizes past achievements and future promise, enabling recipients to pursue ambitious projects with financial support and global creative impact.
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National Academy of Inventors Class of 2026 Senior Members

Thirteen USC researchers were named 2026 Senior Members of the National Academy of Inventors, recognizing impactful patented innovations. Their work spans energy, medicine, AI, space, and sustainability, including carbon-neutral fuels, cancer therapies, and advanced imaging. The honor highlights USC’s leadership in translating academic research into real-world technological and societal advancements.
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