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Patricia J. Johnson, professor of microbiology, immunology and molecular genetics, has been named recipient of the Alice and C.C. Wang Award.

Research brief: The team developed an approach to visualizing structure called microcrystal electron diffraction, which allowed the researchers to confirm how the newly discovered molecular assembly pathway works.

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A Finnish study that included researchers from UCLA harnessed the DNA from nearly 20,000 people to identify genetic mutations that may increase the risk of diabetes, high cholesterol and other diseases and conditions.

A UCLA study reveals how the United States can maximize the benefits of waste-derived fuels.

Free online tool updated to include solar capacity and six more years of data, as California aims for 100% renewable energy.

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Peers and former students celebrated UCLA’s Gregory Schopen, who ‘has transformed our understanding of Buddhism more than any other scholar.’

Research brief: The study recommends that the new procedure should become the standard of care.

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Lucy Tseng says becoming the group’s leader is just an extension of her desire to give back

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For 30 consecutive years, UCLA has earned a spot on the U.S. News & World Report national honor roll.

Demetri Terzopoulos, distinguished professor of computer science, spoke at the flagship conference for the Institute of Electrical Engineers Robotics and Automation Society.

Gilbert Gee, professor in the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health, will help create a plan for monitoring the overall health of people in the United States.

In addition to the annual All-Staff Picnic, there will be special deals during staff appreciation week, which runs Aug. 5-9.

UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs launches international outreach to identify strategies to empower women and children.

Researchers will study the DNA of endangered and threatened animals and plants to help preserve species and learn which are most vulnerable to climate change.

Research brief: The study, involving more than 500 people, was nearly 10 times the size of any previous study of 22q11.2 deletion syndrome.

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Nanthia Suthana, an assistant professor of neurosurgery and psychiatry at UCLA, was awarded the prestigious McKnight Technological Award in Neuroscience.

Neil Denari, professor of architecture and urban design, has been recognized for work education by the American Institute of Architects Los Angeles Chapter.

Steve Horvath will conduct a series of experiments aimed at understanding why his epigenetic clock accurately measures age and predicts lifespan.

Richard Kaner received the institute’s Chemical Pioneer Award.

Susannah Rodríguez Drissi’s “A Latin Poet’s Guide to the Cosmos” offers insights into the nature of language and identity, as well as the relationship between sound and meaning.