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The comprehensive 17-year study finds rising mortality, chronic illness and mental health challenges among U.S. children and youth.

The HPU uses a first-of-its-kind predictive model to identify L.A. County residents most at risk of homelessness.

The figures reflect the projected consequences of halting funding.

UCLA analysis calls for providing supported decision-making materials tailored for more languages, cultures, employment sectors and disability types.

Researchers found that very small elevations in two biomarkers are strong and independent predictors of overall cancer risk.

More than 40 scholars contributed their expertise to the effort, which issued its final recommendations today.

The algorithm unlocks the full potential of proteogenomics by overcoming a key challenge in linking genetic mutations to protein-level changes.

A Harvard-trained health economist, Knaul has been engaged in public health research, social development and advocacy throughout her career.

Before the Netflix hit, UCLA’s Elizabeth Laugeson was running her own dating course for autistic adults.

The winning proposals will support Black male trauma recovery, foster youth resilience, autism-friendly emergency departments and accessible playgrounds.

City-level policies reduce global emissions by 6% and create about $435 billion in health benefits.

The annual awards, presented on Ellis Island in New York, celebrate immigrants and their progeny who are dedicating their lives to the betterment of society.

Ananya Ravikumar’s passion for finding solutions is leading her to a Ph.D. in gene therapy.

The 2025 Human Rights and Humanitarian Forum featured activists, scholars and policymakers from 30 countries.

Patients’ own cells could offer interventions for spinal cord injuries, muscular dystrophies and more.

Amanda Penichet hopes to pursue a career as a physician.

The historic surgery, the result of years of research by surgeons, opens the door to improved treatment of non-functioning bladders.

UCLA researchers looked at how using MRI, MRI-guided biopsies and focal therapy can help men with prostate cancer remain on active surveillance.

Sohan Talluri’s impact at UCLA goes beyond the lab, to creating opportunity and building a legacy of inclusion.

New research shows questions you ask and interest in lifelong learning might protect against Alzheimer’s disease.

The gift was inspired by the family’s personal experiences with UCLA.

UCLA Rothman Family Institute for Food Studies’ Jack Bobo on local food production, agriculture, hunger, and not picking sustainability winners and losers.

9 children born with severe LAD-l are symptom-free two years after treatment.

A new UCLA study leverages computational methods and existing data to bring us closer to answering: How does the brain build itself? 

New report finds that Latino and lower-income families are more likely to have difficulties accessing child care.