State of Fire December 4, 2020 UCLA wildfire research reveals the patterns and future threats of blazes in California — and offers a foundation for how to face the flames.
The Science of Fire and Health December 4, 2020 UCLA Magazine looks at how living with wildfires and unbreathable air affects humans, physically and mentally.
UCLA receives $7.3 million grant to build state-of-the-art facility for developing gene, cell therapies December 3, 2020 The new space “will enable the development of a new generation of cellular therapies,” said Dr. Antoni Ribas.
UCLA, UCSF gain FDA approval for prostate cancer imaging technique December 1, 2020 The new method should become the standard of care, say researchers from both universities who validated its effectiveness.
New initiative aims to accelerate equity in computing and technology fields November 30, 2020 The project, which is called Momentum, is an investment by Pivotal Ventures, National Science Foundation and others.
Gene therapy gives man with sickle cell disease the chance for a better future November 30, 2020 “It’s too early to declare victory, but it’s looking quite promising at this point,” said UCLA’s Dr. Donald Kohn.
Study shows link between economic, social, environmental factors and oral health November 30, 2020 Researchers found striking differences in Californians’ oral health across income, education, employment, immigration status and other categories.
Mothers’ stress may lead to preterm births, faster aging in children November 30, 2020 Two UCLA studies reveal how a variety of stressors, both before and during pregnancy, may adversely affect a woman's offspring.
UCLA study of threatened desert tortoises offers new conservation strategy November 26, 2020 A massive unintended experiment in animal conservation taking place southeast of Las Vegas revealed an unexpected result.
Cold plasma can kill coronavirus on common surfaces in seconds November 23, 2020 An advance by UCLA researchers could help curb the spread of COVID-19.
38 UCLA scientists among world’s most influential researchers November 23, 2020 Clarivate released its annual list of the most highly cited researchers, which includes dozens of UCLA researchers across various disciplines.
Wildfires should be considered a top threat to survival of species November 20, 2020 UCLA ecologist Morgan Tingley and a worldwide team of experts call for new approaches to fire management.
Anatomy of a Vaccine November 20, 2020 UCLA Magazine speaks with doctors on the front lines who are helping the world combat the deadly virus.
New wound-healing gel helps regenerate skin, prevent scarring November 20, 2020 Scientists say their new hydrogel triggered an unexpected response by the immune system that led to more effective skin healing.
UCLA receives $6.4 million to fund cannabis research November 19, 2020 The seven grants from the California Bureau of Cannabis Control will support research on health, policy and labor issues.
California needs policies to protect communities moving to renewable energy November 18, 2020 Without careful planning, the shift to green power could cost more and strain the state’s grid.
UCLA model ID’s areas that should have priority for vaccine, other COVID-19 help November 18, 2020 The new research pinpoints which racial and ethnic populations in which neighborhoods are most at risk of becoming infected.
Study examines role of race and place of birth in Americans’ upward mobility November 17, 2020 Children are less likely to earn more than their parents as adults if they are Black or grow up in the South.
Study reveals how smoking worsens COVID-19 infection in the airways November 17, 2020 Researchers used a model of airway tissue created from human stem cells to understand the process on cellular level.
Report calls for easier access to data on American Indians’ and Alaska Natives’ health November 16, 2020 The UCLA study is particularly timely because the groups have been disproportionately affected by COVID-19.
Study identifies patients with lung cancer most likely to respond to immunotherapy November 16, 2020 UCLA research paves the way for new diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
UCLA Bedari Kindness Institute sees ‘contagious kindness’ in action November 13, 2020 Amid political turmoil, the UCLA study on kindness points to its potential for large-scale healing.
UCLA-led research proposes strategies to control pandemic with fewer restrictions on the economy November 11, 2020 Researchers tested the approach by designing a computer model based on Sierra Madre, California, a suburb of Pasadena.
Extreme rainfall projected to get more severe, frequent with warming November 10, 2020 A UCLA-led study found that climate and population changes could expose millions more to severe flooding in the continental U.S.
Corporate landlords sought to profit during last economic crisis, UCLA study finds November 5, 2020 A report by the UCLA Luskin Institute on Inequality and Democracy draws fresh attention to the manner in which corporate entities sought to benefit.