Sequencing of the developing human brain uncovers hundreds of thousands of new gene transcripts May 23, 2024 New study could improve the ability to make genetic diagnoses and treat neurodevelopmental disorders.
Women, people of color drive viewer ratings for top streaming films May 23, 2024 Part 2 of UCLA’s Hollywood Diversity Report on film studies the state of streaming as the industry looks to contract.
Scientific rigor and creativity are on display during Undergraduate Research Week May 22, 2024 Events of the week showcase students’ brilliance across disciplines. Meet some of this year’s researchers.
As L.A. County nighttime recreation program expands scope, success largely continues May 22, 2024 UCLA study shows Parks After Dark achieved intended goals by providing recreational programming in a safe environment.
El programa de recreación nocturna del condado de Los Ángeles amplía su alcance y el éxito continua May 22, 2024 Un estudio de UCLA muestra que Parks After Dark logró los objetivos previstos al ofrecer programación recreativa en un ambiente seguro.
‘Zuckerbucks’ did not cost Donald Trump the 2020 election May 21, 2024 A UCLA study found that private funding for COVID-related polling site accommodations like Plexiglass dividers and more counting machines did not sway the outcome.
UCLA to lead the Center of Excellence for Heat Resilient Communities May 20, 2024 The Luskin Center for Innovation receives a federal grant to prepare for extreme heat.
Novel technology positions ‘off-the-shelf’ cancer immunotherapy for the clinic May 15, 2024 UCLA scientists develop a new method to engineer immune cells that could treat multiple patients.
When saying ‘please’ is more strategic than magic May 15, 2024 UCLA study finds using “please” may not be so polite in everyday requests.
Adults who had difficult childhoods are not receiving sufficient mental health care May 15, 2024 Nearly 40% of adults who had four or more adverse childhood experiences said they had an unmet need for treatment.
Downsizing local news contributes to crumbling infrastructure May 14, 2024 Study links local journalism with voter support for fixing public works, which adds to climate resilience.
Access to firearms for Californians ages 15–24 associated with increased suicide risk April 30, 2024 The study examined ties between firearm proximity and psychological distress, suicidal thoughts and suicide attempts.
UCLA Grad Slam winner sheds light on cerebellum’s role in autism April 25, 2024 Melis Çakar beat out 52 other competitors and won $5,000; she will now represent UCLA at a UC-wide Grad Slam competition on May 3.
Language that could be clues to suicide differ between men and women April 24, 2024 Researchers have uncovered differences in how suicides are described that could identify at-risk men in time to get the help they need.
South L.A., Antelope Valley lead L.A. County in preventable hospitalizations April 23, 2024 These areas also have the highest proportions of adults on Medi-Cal.
Excavating women’s history from the archives April 22, 2024 By transcribing a once-forgotten scientist’s writings, a UCLA doctoral candidate is teaching students about female representation in STEM.
Mutations in noncoding DNA become functional in some cancer-driving genes April 18, 2024 These regions of the gene alter the abundance of mRNA and the proteins it instructs the cell to make.
Supportive housing program for Californians experiencing homelessness shows promise April 17, 2024 Housing for a Healthy California program moved 200-plus people into housing, lowered their medical costs.
L.A. County residents’ satisfaction with quality of life matches low in year 9 of UCLA survey April 17, 2024 Concerns over the high cost of living weighed on the overall rating as renters feel especially pessimistic about their futures.
Your brain on genetics April 11, 2024 Daniel Geschwind will discuss what genes have taught us about complex brain disorders during his Faculty Research Lecture.
Advance in light-based computing shows capabilities for future smart cameras April 11, 2024 UCLA-developed experimental device quickly processes ambient light and demonstrates ability to reduce glare in images.
Persistent gaps for Black Californians would take over 248 years to close April 11, 2024 The State of Black California 2024 report analyzes two decades of socioeconomic status data.
People make more patient decisions when shown the benefits first April 5, 2024 Focusing immediately on the benefits of waiting might help people improve their self-control.
Disrupting the narratives that legitimize long-term incarceration April 4, 2024 The University of California Sentencing Project has been awarded a new $2 million grant by the Mellon Foundation.
Report lays out a path for theaters’ sustainability in post-pandemic world April 1, 2024 Could practices adopted during the COVID-19 pandemic point the way to new audiences and more reliable funding?