For the first time, UCLA posted on Twitter live updates of a brain pacemaker implant procedure. The patient strummed his guitar to assist the medical team. Photo gallery and video clips.
Around Campus
Math team scores
UCLA math students earned their best finish since 1968 in the prestigious William Lowell Putnam Mathematical Competition.
Spring Sing moves to Pauley
UCLA's annual student talent show enjoyed the bigger stage and more seats.
Law kicks off commencement season
New graduates of the UCLA School of Law received their diplomas on Friday in Dickson Plaza, before happy family and friends. Commencement info | Press release
New Meteorite Museum rocks
The collection of some 1,500 meteorites includes a 357-pound chunk from Arizona donated to UCLA by philanthropist William Andrews Clark, Jr.
Serving justice on a global scale
The Human Rights & International Criminal Law Online Forum was started by law professor Richard Steinberg and his students.
Bicycle commuter
Annelie Rugg rides 22 miles to work at UCLA, crossing the Santa Monica Mountains. Video and Q&A
Instant recess
Chancellor Block and staff members took 10 minutes to exercise at CHS Plaza in honor of Dr. Antronette (Toni) Yancey. Photos
Bruins open for the Rolling Stones
"(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" is older than the students in the UCLA Bruin Marching Band. But they had fun playing the song at L.A's Staples Center. Story and video
Latest News
Death rates decline for advanced heart failure, but not enough
Even today, one-third of patients don't survive more than three years after being diagnosed with advanced disease.
New insights on climate change and species interactions
The effect of rising temperatures on the interaction of species "is going to have very important consequences for the stability and functioning of ecosystems," UCLA biologists say.
Professor named first Ronald and Valerie Sugar Chair in Engineering
Jason Speyer, a distinguished professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering, has worked on guidance, navigation and control systems of vital aerospace and military craft for 50 years.
No treatment may be best for older prostate cancer patients
Because many seniors with low- or intermediate-risk prostate cancer ultimately die of other causes, forgoing treatment may help preserve quality of life.
Fowler Museum celebrates 50th anniversary with exhibitions
A suite of intimate, thematic exhibitions mounted this fall will highlight more than 800 artworks from the Fowler's vast, acclaimed global collections.
Actor Kal Penn, dancer Lula Washington, other grads receive alumni awards
UCLA's Alumni Association honors six alumni on May 17 for outstanding achievement in their professional fields and contributions to society.
Also: Alumni Day on Saturday
Brain rewires itself after damage or injury, life scientists discover
Breakthrough findings could potentially help scientists develop new treatments for Alzheimer's, stroke and other conditions involving the hippocampus.
Inhaling car emissions turns HDL cholesterol from 'good' to 'bad'
In addition to altering cholesterol, breathing emissions activates other components of oxidation.
Warming in central China greater than climate models indicated
Using a novel method for measuring land-based temperatures, UCLA researchers found the region is 10 to 14 degrees hotter than in the last ice age.
Scientists sequence genome of 'sacred lotus' with aging secrets
Understanding the plant's unique genetic makeup could lead scientists to new ideas about how to extend the healthy lives of humans and agricultural crops.
Architecture and Urban Design launches 'Extreme IDEAS' series
UCLA faculty and industry professionals will participate in panels and events as part of Pacific Standard Time Presents: Modern Architecture in L.A.
Stem cell research moves toward treatment for rare nerve disease
Studying human neural cells — as opposed to laboratory mice — is a key advance because A-T affects people and animals differently.
Today's Topic
Rich get richer principle
Bacteria use the organizing strategy to form the micro-colonies that become biofilm infections.
UCLA In the News
Meditation helps kids in school
An ABC News.com article about children and meditation cited a UCLA study that found that second- and third-graders who practiced "mindful" meditation techniques for 30 minutes twice a week for eight weeks had improved behavior and scored higher on tests requiring memory, attention and focus than non-meditators.