The UCLA Research Park: Immunology and immunotherapy January 3, 2024 At the new research park, the California Institute for Immunology and Immunotherapy at UCLA is poised to enter a new era of biomedical breakthroughs.
2023 reflections: Stepping boldly into the future December 23, 2023 It’s that time again — an opportunity to take stock of a year filled with awe-inspiring achievements and more than a few surprises, and to celebrate the accomplishments of our entire Bruin community.
How antibiotic-resistant bacteria can teach us to modify behavior December 22, 2023 Insights gleaned from biological resistance could help humans overcome aversion to the social changes needed to halt global warming.
3D atomic details of next-generation alloys revealed for first time December 20, 2023 UCLA-led team maps medium- and high-entropy alloys, identifies potential to tune their properties, making them both stronger and more flexible.
Recent immigrants saw biggest spike in mental distress as anti-immigrant sentiment increased December 18, 2023 UCLA study shows the rate of serious psychological distress more than doubled for those in U.S. fewer than five years.
The keto diet protects against epileptic seizures. Scientists are uncovering why December 15, 2023 A new UCLA study involving pediatric patients and mice identifies a number of the diet’s beneficial changes to the gut microbiome.
Breakthrough reveals poaching hotspots, trade routes of most trafficked endangered mammal December 14, 2023 A powerful new genomic approach developed by UCLA researchers and colleagues could boost efforts to slow illegal trade of pangolins.
Electric vehicles improve air quality for everyone but have less impact in more polluted areas December 13, 2023 UCLA study finds traffic corridors in low-income neighborhoods remain a source of heavy pollution from gas-powered vehicles.
Could the ‘central dogma’ of biology be misleading bioengineers? December 11, 2023 UCLA stem cell scientists find surprise genetic instructions for boosting protein secretion, with big implications for biotechnology and cell therapy.
Wild birds lead people to honey – and learn from them December 7, 2023 The greater honeyguide can learn distinct vocal signals to help hunter-gatherers in parts of Africa locate bee colonies.
UCLA researchers detail how prostate cancers grow more aggressively to evade treatment November 29, 2023 The study could lead to new therapies that prevent formation of some of the most lethal forms of the disease.
Despite stronger fears of being a victim of gun violence, California immigrants far less likely to own firearms than citizens November 28, 2023 UCLA survey finds fewer gun owners among Latino immigrants; Asian immigrants are more worried about becoming gun-violence victims.
UCLA chemists use oxygen, copper ‘scissors’ to make cheaper drug treatments possible November 22, 2023 The groundbreaking process cuts carbon bonds to convert organic molecules into biologically active amine molecules.
Increasing urbanization contributes to racial and gender inequality, study shows November 21, 2023 Residents of denser, larger cities tend to have higher wage and salary incomes, but new research demonstrates that not everyone benefits equally.
Why emotions stirred by music create such powerful memories November 20, 2023 UCLA psychologists found the dynamics of people’s emotions mold otherwise neutral experiences into memorable events.
UCLA center aims to make sodium ion batteries a marketable commodity November 17, 2023 The batteries could replace those made with lithium, which is costly and subject to geopolitical constraints.
Over three dozen UCLA faculty listed among world’s most influential researchers November 16, 2023 The faculty members have published research that is cited most often by other scholars in their fields.
Ancient wisdom: UCLA receives $11 million to establish Yarshater Center for the Study of Iranian Literary Traditions November 16, 2023 The gift from the Persian Heritage Foundation honors the late Ehsan Yarshater, a pioneering scholar and researcher in the field.
Hospitals serving large Black, Latino populations have fewer resources for cancer care November 16, 2023 A UCLA study shows these facilities are much less likely than others to offer the full range of core cancer services.
What’s behind the toxic levels of mercury in tropical birds? Gold mining, study shows November 14, 2023 A UCLA-led international team also found high levels in carnivorous birds and those in aquatic habitats.
Experimental brain-like computing system more accurate with custom algorithm November 13, 2023 Research brief: The technology developed by UCLA scientists “learned” to identify handwritten numbers with 93.4% overall accuracy.
10th annual Hollywood Diversity Report finds more top TV shows feature racially, ethnically diverse casts November 9, 2023 Disability, race/ethnicity and gender representation in 2021–22 continued to lag in this industry deep dive across streaming, cable and broadcast.
Experts illuminate how light pollution impacts mountain lions November 8, 2023 Southern California cougars avoid certain areas due to artificial light that can disrupt hunting, a UCLA researcher and colleagues say.
Stem cell research paves way toward regenerating skeletal muscle November 2, 2023 UCLA researchers have made headway using muscle stem cells to regrow damaged muscle in mice.
Adolescents who have a sense of purpose are happier and healthier. How can we help? November 1, 2023 UCLA experts and colleagues explain how cultivating meaning and direction helps youth build motivation and resilience.