Biomarker panel could help predict gestational diabetes in early pregnancy
UCLA researchers focused on extracellular vesicles, which deliver microRNA genes within maternal blood.
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Pregnant moms and depression: Study links rising symptoms to kids’ behavioral issues
The seven-year study, led by UCLA psychologists, tracked mothers and their offspring from preconception until the children were 5 years old.
Studying animal evolution to advance women’s health
Understanding the adaptations that protect female animals from disorders may help humans too, UCLA research suggests.
Study assesses mental health effects of pandemic-related school closures
Adolescent females were especially vulnerable, according to the UCLA-led research.
Q&A: What you need to know about monkeypox
UCLA infectious disease expert Anne Rimoin says the risk for most people is very low.
UCLA provides grants to enhance understanding of Black life and racial disparities
As part of the campus’s ‘Rising to the Challenge’ pledge, nine projects have received funding, with more on the way.
UCLA study identifies how the brain links memories
The findings suggest that a drug used to treat HIV-related memory loss could combat cognitive decline in middle-aged people.
UCLA, Charles R. Drew University receive $11M grant to address inequities in HIV care, prevention
The Center for AIDS Research will form new partnerships with community groups across Los Angeles and in other nations.
UCLA’s Vickie Mays explains why accurate COVID-19 death counts are important
Discrepancies in data can delay care, resources and awareness.
Six professors receive UCLA Public Impact Research Awards
The Office of Research & Creative Activities is honoring faculty for work that connects campus to local and global communities.
Scientists devise method to prevent deadly hospital infections without antibiotics
A novel surface treatment developed at UCLA stops microbes from adhering to common medical devices like catheters and stents.
UCLA research informs new global commission on governing climate risks
Professor Ted Parson will serve as senior advisor to the commission.
$5 million from Boeing will support UCLA quantum science and technology research
The funds will support faculty at the UCLA Center for Quantum Science and Engineering.
Researchers gain read-and-publish access to American Chemical Society journals in UC agreement
The three-year arrangement enables UCLA authors to publish open access in 75 premier publications at a reduced cost.
Digitization, open access and the internet aid UCLA’s return of books looted by Nazis
Repatriation of Judaica texts serves as catalyst for UCLA Library-hosted symposium.
Only 10 vaquita porpoises survive, but species may not be doomed, scientists say
If they can escape death in poachers’ nets, the endangered marine mammal is well poised genetically to rebound despite inbreeding.
Affirmative action bans had ‘devastating impact’ on diversity in medical schools, UCLA-led study finds
Researchers examined enrollment data from 1985 through 2019 for 53 medical schools.
Most California incentive programs meant to reduce energy use have the opposite effect
“Not all energy-efficient upgrades or programs are the same,” said Magali Delmas, a UCLA environmental economist and co-author of the paper.
Some long COVID-19 cases may be caused by abnormally suppressed immune system
A UCLA-led study suggests that boosting immunity could be a possible treatment.
Reimagining the future of health and wellness in California
A UCLA report prepared as part of the California 100 initiative helps point the way toward greater access and equity for state residents.
In year 7 of UCLA survey, L.A. residents express lowest-ever satisfaction with county’s quality of life
Scores declined in each of the nine categories covered by the annual report.
Study shows how to lower divorce rate among poor Americans: Raise the minimum wage
When states increased their minimum hourly wage by $1, divorce rates declined by 7% to 15% among those earning low wages.
Talking climate solutions with Institute of the Environment and Sustainability director Marilyn Raphael
Faculty and students are working on new ways to respond to a wide range of environmental problems.
UCLA study offers strategy for freeway congestion pricing that reduces burden on low-income residents
Research suggests the most promising solution would be to provide direct cash assistance.
UCLA-developed technology enables single-cell sorting by function
The advance could have implications for drug development and biological research.