USC President C. L. Max Nikias and Niki Nikias arrive at the 15th annual Brain Mapping Foundation Awards Gala. (Photo/Eric Abelev)

USC president C. L. Max Nikias receives Humanitarian Award

USC President C. L. Max Nikias was honored April 14 with the Humanitarian Award of the Society for Brain Mapping and Therapeutics. The award is presented to physicians and scientists who have made significant contributions to survival and quality of life of patients across the globe.

“It’s a tremendous honor to accept this award on behalf of the university,” said Nikias, emphasizing the priority USC has given to this important discipline.

“Because of the potential to improve the lives of so many people around the world, we have made significant investments and multidisciplinary appointments to advance our capabilities in brain mapping, neuroscience and the biosciences more broadly.”

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