The new museum holds a collection of about 1,500 meteorites, including this 357-pound chunk from Arizona donated by philanthropist William Andrews Clark, Jr. in the 1930s.
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
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
Center for the Art of Performance at UCLA unveils season
Highlights include offerings in international theater, modern dance, music and spoken word.
Latest News
Police investigating death of man near Boelter Hall (updated)
UCLA police responded to reports of a fall from the south side of Boelter Hall. Responders recovered the body of an unidentified male believed to be 25 to 35 years old. There is no indication of foul play.
Life scientists present 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.
Latest news on strike by patient-care workers unions at UC, UCLA
Members of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees union and others are striking at UC medical centers May 21–22. Check here for updates.
Professor named first holder of 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 approach 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 special 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.
Breathing auto emissions turns HDL cholesterol from 'good' to 'bad'
In addition to changing "good" cholestrol to "bad," inhaling 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 anti-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.
UCLA 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
Helping hospital patients avoid return visits
An article in the Los Angeles Times profiled the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center's care coordinator program, which is intended to improve follow-up care for hospital patients after they're discharged so that they don't suffer complications that require further hospitalization.