Issam Najm awarded for contributions to water science
He is the founder and president of Water Quality & Treatment Solutions, a consulting firm that heavily involves research in its core work.
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Steven Wallace recognized posthumously by National Council on Aging
The late professor was awarded for his work to ensure that every person has the resources to age well.
Lionel Popkin appointed associate dean of academic affairs
The choreographer has served on the UCLA Department of World Arts and Cultures/Dance faculty since 2006.
Sharon Gerstel named commander of Order of the Phoenix
She was recognized for her contributions to the promotion of Hellenic culture.
Through UCLA course, students deliver funding to L.A. nonprofits
Since 2012, when the class was first offered, students have distributed a total of $780,000 to 27 local organizations.
Sparks: UCLA’s Influential Music Duo
After blazing their own musical path, Ron and Russell Mael are at the heart of two very different movies.
Tool helps predict who will respond best to targeted prostate cancer therapy
The ‘nomogram’ opens the door to improved personalized treatments, a UCLA-led study shows.
Scientists create genetic library for mega-ecosystem in Pacific Ocean
The new database will help researchers, conservationists and fisheries understand changes to marine species and ecosystems.
UCLA In the News July 8, 2021
Highlights from the Wall Street Journal, the Los Angeles Times, the Associated Press and others.
Thomas Rando named director of UCLA Broad Stem Cell Research Center
The renowned neurologist and stem cell biologist is currently a professor at Stanford University.
Information on monthly parking permits
UCLA employees need to purchase a permit by July 30, but they can select a future start date up to Jan. 3, 2022.
UCLA team awarded almost $3 million for safe K-12 return-to-school effort
The NIH-funded project aims to increase COVID-19 testing access and uptake for underserved and vulnerable populations.
UCLA Alumni Association board welcomes new members, selects president-elect
Ann Wang will be the first Asian American woman elected to lead the association.
Women who vape are more likely to have low-birthweight babies, study shows
Researchers stress that e-cigarettes are not a healthier alternative to smoking for expectant mothers.
July 23: Telehealth 3.0 panel
The Healthcare Alumni of Anderson will hold a conversation about the future of telehealth.
UCLA In the News July 6, 2021
Highlights from NBC News, Mother Jones, NPR’s “All Things Considered” and others.
Professor Amit Sahai named 2021 Simons Investigator
The Symantec Term Professor of Computer Science was awarded for his research on secure program obfuscation.
Two UCLA doctors receive lifetime achievement awards
Dr. Gabriel Danovitch and Dr. Robert Ettenger were honored by the American Society of Transplantation.
Scientist honored for work in hematology research
Elizabeta Nemeth has been awarded the 2021 William Dameshek Prize by the American Society of Hematology.
Asad Madni elected as fellow of Canadian Academy of Engineering
The distinguished adjunct professor and scientist of electrical and computer engineering was one of only two international fellows selected this year.
In memoriam: Terry Donahue, 77, former UCLA football coach
Donahue was the winningest coach in Pacific-12 conference and UCLA football history.