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UCLA planetary science professor David Paige spoke with CBS LA about the Artemis II mission after the four-person crew got the go-ahead to push out of Earth’s orbit, and broke down what the mission goal is. “If you look at the history of the Apollo program, they also did similar moon fly-by missions before they attempted to do the (moon) landing. There’s a huge number of moving parts involved in doing a mission like this and keeping the astronauts safe.”  Read more about UCLA in today’s San Francisco Chronicle, Salon and others.

Tonight is the night. The UCLA Bruins women’s basketball team takes on Texas in the Final Four of the NCAA tournament.

The survey of likely voters, part of UCLA Luskin’s annual Quality of Life Index, signals volatile weeks of campaigning ahead.

KTLA-TV reported on a clinical trial led by UCLA’s Dr. Donald Kohn that resulted in FDA approval of the first gene therapy for severe leukocyte adhesion deficiency-I, a rare and often fatal immune disorder. The treatment developed by Rocket Pharmaceuticals uses a patient’s own stem cells to restore immune function and reduce the risk of life-threatening infections. All nine children in the trial survived without needing a bone marrow transplant, marking a significant advance in gene therapy research. Read more about UCLA in today’s ABC News and The Hill.

Fontana's writing lives on beyond the small screen on the grounds of UCLA. 

UCLA professor Kate Wassum discusses her lab’s work — and how the brain drives choice, behavior and health.

A curated selection of stories from across the UCLA campus spotlighting Arab American voices, histories and research.

Richard L. Hasen, Marilyn Raphael, Alexander Spokoyny and Stuart Brown have been recognized for their contributions to furthering scientific research in service to society.

The Los Angeles Times featured commentary by UCLA’s Mary Nichols calling for more investigations into AI-generated comments — using real people’s identities without their knowledge or consent — opposing clean air measures that are flooding public agencies. Nichols, who spent 17 years at the helm of the California Air Resources Board, examines several deceptive AI-driven campaigns that were successful and offers insights into how regulatory agencies can foster more democratic processes. Read more about UCLA in today’s Associated Press and Forbes.

Interdisciplinary experts from across the UCLA College explore their lunar fascinations in light of NASA’s April 1 rocket liftoff.

Check out Newsroom’s latest on the UCLA faculty and staff news — from breakthroughs, honors and milestones to memorable moments — that is shaping our campus and community.

The gift will endow the UCLA head football coach position and strengthen key areas that advance student-athlete success.

Take a video tour around UCLA to learn about the sustainability initiatives that power, drive and shape the campus.

This Earth Month, UCLA experts share concerns about summer heat, from a potential El Niño to longer heat waves, and risks of atmospheric sulfur injections.

As we celebrate Earth Month, Newsroom is shining a light on the ways in which UCLA advances sustainability, develops climate change solutions and educates a new generation of environmentally conscious leaders.

Ann Carlson discusses her new book and how the state can address federal efforts to undo its emissions standards.

A Bruin guide to this month’s most intriguing events at UCLA.

NPR’s “Morning Edition” featured UCLA’s Arturo Vargas Bustamante discussing how the debate over birthright citizenship could affect maternal and infant health. Bustamante, professor at the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health and director of faculty research at the UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute, said fear around immigration policies may already be discouraging some pregnant patients from seeking care, which can lead to long-term health consequences for their children. Read more about UCLA in today’s Associated Press and CNN.

Theater-maker and UCLA professor Marike Splint often begins her work not with a script, but with a place.

“I’m just watching them be dream chasers; I’m watching them conquer hard things. It’s who they’re becoming; it’s who they’ve impacted," Coach Cori Close said.

California Health Interview Survey shows disparities by race and ethnicity, gender, disability and other categories.

Faculty Bulletin Board is a biweekly a snapshot of the many ways Bruin scholars and researchers are advancing knowledge, shaping their fields and powering progress on campus and around the world.

The Disney artist crafted -- at Walt Disney's request -- a mural at the Jules Stein Eye Institute.

The Wall Street Journal featured a study co-authored by researchers from UCLA, Stanford University and the University of Southern California examining how people use artificial intelligence tools in their daily lives. UCLA economist Gregor Schubert, one of the study’s authors, said that while AI can boost efficiency and free up time, how people ultimately use that time varies widely. The article also highlighted real-world examples of individuals using AI to manage household tasks, fitness routines and scheduling. Read more about UCLA in today’s CBS News, NPR and others.

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