Darnell Hunt is a renowned scholar of race, media and culture, chair of sociology and longtime leader of the Ralph J. Bunche Center for African American Studies at UCLA.

Ray Suarez, former host of Al Jazeera America’s “Inside Story” and contributor to the PBS “NewsHour,” delivered the final Luskin Lecture of the academic year.

The Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science is launching today the Bill Klug Memorial Scholarship Fund to support undergraduate students in mechanical and aerospace engineering.

A team of UCLA scientists is testing an experimental drug that could one day result in a treatment for osteoporosis, which affects more than 200 million people worldwide.

UCLA research findings show changes in same genes that clipped the sea bird’s wings cause human bone disorders.

Delegates from China’s Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences in Beijing visited the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health on Tuesday, May 30, to sign an official memorandum of understanding with the school.

UCLA neurosurgeons learn leadership insights from Lakers legend Byron Scott and business leader Charlie Norris.

Program funded by the entertainment executive and philanthropist helps UCLA attract top medical school prospects.

After enrolling at UCLA Anderson, Alex Gostomelsky utilized the wide range of opportunities at his disposal to further develop Nopical, his news aggregation website.

Donation from longtime supporter Dr. David Sanders to fund research and scholarship into civil rights, LGBT rights, women’s rights and diversity.

Topping the list is LAUSD Superintendent Michelle King, a 1984 graduate, who will receive the Edward A. Dickson Alumni of the Year Award.

Traveling west to east and the number of time zones crossed seem to increase the severity of jet lag, explains Dr. Alon Avidan, who treats circadian rhythm disorders, among other sleep complaints.

In a new book, "Coach Wooden and Me," Kareem Abdul-Jabbar retells the story of his relationship with UCLA Coach John Wooden that lasted from the time he left New York City at age 18 until 2010 when he sat by his coach's bedside during his 99-year-old mentor's last days.

Lynn Vavreck is a professor of political science at UCLA and co-author of “The Gamble,” about the 2012 presidential campaign. She is a regular contributor to the Upshot blog on The New York Times website.

“What we will always admire most about Jerry was his singular focus on the impact he could make, rather than on the plaudits or praise he could receive for it,” said Chancellor Gene Block.

Researchers from seven institutions are studying the well-being of adolescents and young adults with the virus or at risk for infection.

Professor Christopher Tang proposes a system in which the passenger who submits the lowest bid will be compensated for giving up their seat and assistance making new travel plans.

Panelists focused on ways in which California can continue to lead the charge via legislative and regulatory innovations at the state and local level.

Graduating students and guests will attend nearly 60 commencement ceremonies, receptions and celebrations across campus.

Study showed air, soil and water from city parks in Los Angeles, San Diego, Fresno and Bakersfield contained high quantities of the genes in bacteria cells.

Deletions or duplications of DNA along 22nd chromosome hint at biological underpinnings of these neuropsychiatric disorders.

The new technique for breaking carbon–hydrogen bonds and making carbon–carbon bonds uses catalysts made of silicon and boron, which are abundant and inexpensive.

Test developed by UCLA researchers would help physicians determine which people may be more treatable with an antibiotic that has not been recommended since 2007.

Data collected in the Congo by UCLA scientists and others will help empower global initiatives to protect the planet.

Social welfare adjunct professor Jorja Leap has launched a 10-year project, the Watts Leadership Initiative, to deepen the indigenous leadership in the South L.A. community.