Christian Pike

Dr. Christian Pike is Professor and Assistant Dean of Research at USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology. His laboratory investigates Alzheimer's disease mechanisms with focus on hormone aging interactions (especially androgens/estrogens), obesity-metabolic disorders, APOE4 genetics, and sex-specific vulnerability.

Research utilizes transgenic models, human tissue analysis, and molecular approaches to identify therapeutic targets. Key discoveries include demonstrating testosterone loss as Alzheimer's risk factor in men and uncovering APOE4-sex interactions. Recent work explores fasting-mimicking diets and longevity compounds against neurodegeneration.

Honors include the Alzheimer’s Association Turken Award. He teaches Physiology of Aging and maintains collaborations across USC neuroscience programs.