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Job loss among single mothers has significant negative effects on the well-being of their children as young adults, according to a new study by researchers at the California Center for Population Research at UCLA.

Phony laughter, unlike the real thing, is unique to humans, says Greg Bryant, who is studying the acoustic properties that differentiate the two types of cachinnation.

A study conducted by a UCLA graduate student found that not only are consumers interested in having healthier items available in vending machines, but that offering them did not hurt the vending machines’ sales.

The results at UCLA Community School demonstrate that openness, creativity and resources can help lead these students to college.

UCLA student Noah Lizerbram organizes benefit concerts like this week's 'Kickback for a Cause' to help bring music classes and instruments to poor communities.

A state commission's report says a non-profit parks support organization is needed to help the state agency modernize its technology and restructure.

A device and manufacturing process created by UCLA researchers could lead to a significant leap in the quality of images on smartphones, computer displays, TVs and inkjet printers.

University of California experts gathered for a daylong summit in the state Capitol to discuss impacts and implications of one the most severe droughts on record.

Mr. Sterling's divisive and hurtful comments demonstrate that he does not share UCLA's core values as a public university that fosters diversity, inclusion and respect.

The combination of the female hormone estriol with a commonly used MS drug appears to lower the relapse rate by nearly 50 percent.

Arienna Grody will become a public defender in Alabama after winning the first UCLA Gideon’s Promise Fellowship.

Researchers measured how and where the mutant gene huntingtin influences disease development in the brain cells of mice and causes brain atrophy.

Janet Napolitano is the president of the University of California system. Her article appeared April 25 in the Washington Post op-ed section.

Our national system for delivering high-quality cancer care is groaning under the weight of an increasing patient population, spiraling costs and an impending shortage of qualified providers. Cancer-care expert Dr. Patricia A. Ganz talks about the sweeping changes that must be made.

Technology already in use at UCLA would help prevent many cases of what is the third-leading cause of death in the United States.

Undergraduates in UCLA's Humanities Residential College, who share a genuine interest in the humanities, live and explore culture together as a community.

People who take the cholesterol-lowering drugs appear to have developed a false sense of security that could lead to heart disease and other obesity-related illnesses, researchers say.

The UCLA Blum Center's Second Annual Spring Conference on May 6-7 will feature the latest research on health and poverty in Latin America and highlight solutions.

Analysis finds home prices are rising at an unsustainable rate and that many mortgages would not perform well under economic stress.

After nearly 40 years of living, learning and working on campus, Angela Marciano and Dan Les, the unofficial "super couple" of UCLA Housing and Hospitality Services, are retiring.

With the worldwide celebration of Earth Day taking place this week in more than 190 countries, a number of organizations have taken note of UCLA’s commitment to sustainability and environmental excellence.

Researchers saw a jump in patients receiving a crucial clot-dissolving drug within the first 60 minutes after they arrive at a hospital emergency room.

With two deans and six additional faculty members elected, UCLA is home to more 2014 fellows than any other public university in the country.

Since last September's official announcement of a campaign to raise private funds for a football facility, the UCLA Athletic Department has received approximately $40 million in cash and pledges for its new football performance center.

It’s still early to evaluate all the impacts of the Affordable Care Act on Los Angeles and its immigrants, but public perception of and conversation about the law are driving huge changes in Southern California and throughout the country.