UCLA Extension offers training on cultural diversity and de-escalation in law enforcement May 17, 2021 Three new programs have already reached 2,000 peace officers.
Human wastewater is feeding harmful algae blooms off of Southern California’s coast May 17, 2021 A UCLA-led study explains how much of the damage is being caused by treated sewage.
T-Kay Sangwand spins UCLA Library archives into the fabric of Los Angeles May 17, 2021 UCLA librarian and DJ helps curate two local arts initiatives, drawing from her vinyl crates and historical materials.
UCLA eye surgeon saves photographer’s vision and career May 13, 2021 To thank Dr. Mitra Nejad, Mark Sennet will auction off celebrity images to benefit the UCLA Stein Eye Institute.
Embracing diversity – one dental student at a time May 13, 2021 Students are working with faculty and staff to make sure everyone can see themselves in the profession.
UCLA establishes William and Patricia Oppenheim Presidential Chair in Pediatric Orthopaedics May 13, 2021 Dr. Rachel Mednick Thompson is the inaugural chair holder.
In memoriam: Cruz Reynoso, 90, law professor who was legal trailblazer May 12, 2021 The son of migrant workers became California’s first Latino Supreme Court justice.
UCLA scientists decode the ‘language’ of immune cells May 12, 2021 The advance, researchers say, is like the cellular equivalent of discovering the Rosetta stone and may eventually lead to new treatments for diseases.
Staff news: Joanie Harmon awarded for writing on jazz and television May 11, 2021 Her interview with musician Gene Cipriano honored by Los Angeles Press Club.
UCLA report provides close look at state’s Whole Person Care pilot health program May 11, 2021 With the program scheduled to end next year, researchers hope their findings will inform future statewide efforts to address the needs of high-risk patients.
Gene therapy offers potential cure to children born without an immune system May 11, 2021 The treatment, developed by researchers from UCLA and the U.K., has restored immune function in more than 95% of patients in three clinical trials.
Panel explores ways Asian Americans can break through ‘bamboo ceiling’ May 10, 2021 Discussion among UCLA faculty, leadership and alumni emphasized education, advocacy, allyship.
Q&A: Lecturer discusses LAUSD’s new media literacy requirement May 10, 2021 Jeff Share, Jackie Goldberg share vision for new curriculum, teaching students how to navigate fake news and disinformation.
In memoriam: Jan Reiff, 71, historian who served UCLA in many roles and helped usher teaching into the digital age May 7, 2021 During her decades on campus, Reiff, who died on May 4, served as a voice for good university governance and pedagogical innovation.
Animals laugh too, UCLA analysis suggests May 6, 2021 Sifting through studies on various species’ play behavior, researchers tracked vocalization patterns that show a strong similarity to human laughter.
Chancellor’s Arts Initiative funds grant to support faculty’s arts-based research May 6, 2021 Projects will be featured on the GO ARTS UCLA online platform, launched today.
Roger Wakimoto champions the arts and creative activities May 6, 2021 Vice chancellor for research promotes interdisciplinary solutions and inclusive research enterprise.
Molecular analysis identifies key differences in lungs of cystic fibrosis patients May 6, 2021 UCLA researchers and colleagues hope their first-of-its-kind catalog will reveal new targets for genetic and cell therapies for the disease.
Understanding today’s anti-Asian violence by looking at the past May 6, 2021 UCLA’s Karen Umemoto and David Yoo discuss the United States’ long history of racism and exclusion.
UCLA Health provides medical care for unaccompanied migrant children May 5, 2021 Within 24 hours, they built a pediatric clinic, urgent-care facility and COVID-19 isolation unit inside the Long Beach Convention Center.
UCLA College commencement to feature social justice campaigner and civic leader D'Artagnan Scorza May 5, 2021 Civic leader, social justice advocate, decorated U.S. Navy veteran and UCLA alumnus D’Artagnan Scorza will deliver the keynote address.
Hammer Museum creates streaming-like video channel May 5, 2021 The Hammer Channel online video platform features more than 1,000 conversations, talks, performances and more.
Even fractures in arm, wrist increase risk for future breaks in postmenopausal women May 5, 2021 A UCLA-led study suggests hip or spine fractures are not the only indicators for future injury.
Gift from Conrad N. Hilton Foundation to support UCLA neurology research May 5, 2021 The funds will support clinical and basic medical research under Dr. Rhonda Voskuhl, director of the UCLA Multiple Sclerosis Program.
UCLA receives $2 million to support biomedical library May 4, 2021 The gift is from the estate of Lee Oetzel, who earned three degrees from UCLA, including a doctorate in psychology in 1953.