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U7+ Alliance of World Universities urge G7 to increase access to higher education
Chancellor Gene Block and Vice Provost Cindy Fan joined university leaders from 18 countries to address global challenges.
EPA in the courts over vehicle emissions, and regulating ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
It’s been a busy week for Environmental Protection Agency watchers. UCLA experts weigh in.
Your brain on genetics
Daniel Geschwind will discuss what genes have taught us about complex brain disorders during his Faculty Research Lecture.
Karen McKinnon receives NSF CAREER Award for heat extremes research
The World Health Organization has identified heat waves — on the rise worldwide — as one of the most dangerous natural hazards.
Advance in light-based computing shows capabilities for future smart cameras
UCLA-developed experimental device quickly processes ambient light and demonstrates ability to reduce glare in images.
Dr. Matthew Rettig recognized by VA for contributions to prostate cancer research
The professor, who was honored with the John B. Barnwell Award, will receive $150,000 in research support over the next three years.
Persistent gaps for Black Californians would take over 248 years to close
The State of Black California 2024 report analyzes two decades of socioeconomic status data.
Q&A: Tyrone Howard on dismantling racial injustice in education
The UCLA professor will lead the 2024 meeting of the American Education Research Association, where the topic will be at the forefront.
UCLA in the News April 10, 2024
Highlights from the Associated Press, Los Angeles Times, Capital & Main and others.
UCLA receives $5 million grant to align neuroscience and societal needs
The funding will help create a multidisciplinary research center that aims to maximize the potential of neuroscience for public good.
UCLA in the News April 8, 2024
Highlights from the New York Times, National Public Radio, USA Today and others.
UCLA College honors 5 visionary supporters with centennial awards
The awardees — alumni and friends of the College — were recognized for their extraordinary leadership and philanthropy at a Royce Hall event.
Celebrating differences in the health care field
Syrian American medical student Reem Karmouta never thought about becoming a doctor — until she met one who looked just like her.
Q&A: Lynn Vavreck discusses Biden, Trump and America’s great political divide
The UCLA professor explains key election issues, voter ‘calcification’ and why 2024 might resemble 2016 and 2020.
People make more patient decisions when shown the benefits first
Focusing immediately on the benefits of waiting might help people improve their self-control.
Disrupting the narratives that legitimize long-term incarceration
The University of California Sentencing Project has been awarded a new $2 million grant by the Mellon Foundation.
Dr. Rhonda Voskuhl receives award for innovative multiple sclerosis research
The professor is being recognized by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and the American Academy of Neurology.
Robert Lucero inducted into Sigma International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame
His research focuses on using innovative health systems and informatics to improve health outcomes of vulnerable populations.
In memoriam: Diego Loukota, 38, specialist in Buddhism and ‘once-in-a-generation’ intellect
Even among other leading lights in his field, Loukota’s extraordinary talent for learning, understanding and analyzing languages stood out.
UCLA in the News April 3, 2024
Highlights from the Los Angeles Daily News, Fortune, Bloomberg News and others.