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Psychologist Robert Bjork's intriguing presentation is now available in the Faculty Research Lecture Archives.

The annual award recognizes researchers, innovators and inventors from around the world for their achievements and contributions to science and technology.

A member of the UCLA Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, Hoek did an 'In the Green Room' interview with Zócalo Public Square.

Shapley, widely considered a father of game theory, was professor emeritus of economics and mathematics and shared the 2012 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences.

A renowned authority on Egyptian archaeology, Wendrich takes the reins of one of the most important global research centers in archaeology.

UCLA Chancellor Gene Block, a circadian rhythm expert, takes part in a Zócalo/UCLA panel discussion.

The professor and chair of the UCLA Civil and Environmental Engineering Department has made significant contributions to earthquake science.

Professor Roshan Bastani of the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health is the director of the UCLA Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Equity and the UCLA Center for Prevention Research.

The free event, on March 13, 2-4 p.m., includes a music and dance performance, an educational component and mask-making.

The award is given annually 'for the greatest achievement in aeronautics or astronautics in America, with respect to improving the performance, efficiency, and safety of air or space vehicles.'

With Daylight Saving Time coming up this weekend, Dr. Alon Avidan, director of the UCLA Sleep Disorders Center, has some suggestions for staff and faculty on the best ways to adjust to the time change.

The one-stop-shop website from the UCLA Alumni Association helps Bruins meet their professional needs and connect with UCLA.

The public health researcher and educator has educated two generations of Asian health leaders who are altering the path of the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

U.S. ambassadors Ted Osius and Kirk Wagar will speak at the UCLA School of Law on March 10, 12:30 p.m.

Staff and faculty may view their 2016 Retirement Review statement at www.myUCretirement.com, a newly launched tablet- and smartphone- friendly website to bring retirement information to your fingertips.

The meeting, in Vienna, Austria, is to develop science-based recommendations to ensure access to antiretroviral therapies for people with HIV/AIDS who also use drugs.

The indigenous Mapuche of Chile and Argentina continue to use traditional medicine with spiritual healers and medicinal plants.

A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge, Dhanidina is the first Muslim judge in California.

The UCLA Alumni Association has paid tribute to the university's distinguished luminaries since 1946.

UCLA Recreation's summer camps serve children ages 5-17 and include swimming, sports of all sorts, theater- and science-themed sessions and more.

The $2.8 million NSF grant will support Sandoval's UCLA research team working in collaboration with teachers in the Montebello Unified School District.

The gift from Julia Gouw, a respected Los Angeles businesswoman and native of Indonesia, will support research, conferences and more.

Cuff took part in a Zócalo Public Square 'In the Green Room' interview before joining a panel discussion on gentrification in Los Angeles.

The professor and vice chair for education in the department of chemistry and biochemistry is being honored by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry.

Screening and discussion of 'Prejudice and Pride,' from the acclaimed PBS series 'Latin Americans,' on March 3, 7:30 p.m. at the UCLA Fowler Museum.