Ron Brookmeyer Follows the Data September 3, 2020 The dean of the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health is guiding UCLA’s response to COVID-19.
UCLA Esports Shows No Sign of Slowing Down September 3, 2020 Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, Bruin gamers continue to compete.
Flavors Take Root at Little Fatty September 3, 2020 David Kuo’s Mar Vista restaurant adjusts and grows during the COVID-19 pandemic.
1 in 5 tenants in L.A. has struggled to pay rent during pandemic, study finds August 31, 2020 With a statewide moratorium on evictions set to expire, thousands of renters are at risk of losing their housing.
Practicing sustainability during a pandemic August 27, 2020 UCLA’s Bonny Bentzin offers encouragement for those who, thanks to the pandemic, see the word “reusable” and think “infected.”
Single-use N95 respirators can be decontaminated and used again, study finds August 27, 2020 Scientists hope new decontamination methods can help overcome the shortage of personal protective equipment during the COVID-19 crisis.
COVID-19 exposes how Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders face stark health care disparities August 25, 2020 Q&A with UCLA’s Ninez Ponce and alumna Karla Thomas on how these overlooked communities fight to be seen amid the pandemic.
UCLA shifts to almost fully remote instruction, reduced housing for fall August 21, 2020 The new plans, announced Aug. 21, come in response to directives issued by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.
How UCLA scientists are using stem cells to take on COVID-19 August 20, 2020 Broad Stem Cell Research Center investigators are are channeling their specialized expertise to fight the novel coronavirus.
UCLA Library supports researchers with shipping service for UCLA-owned books August 18, 2020 The library also offers digitization of select book chapters and journal articles to help faculty and graduate students continue their research.
Counties with higher proportion of Black residents have more COVID-19 cases, deaths August 13, 2020 Research brief: The findings highlight the need for better policies and data collection to prevent racial disparities from getting worse.
Black, Latino renters far more likely to be facing housing displacement during pandemic August 10, 2020 Systemic racial inequalities underlie the difficulties many people of color have paying rent, according to new UCLA research.
Teo Ruiz: Amid uncertainty and adversity, we can find strength in beauty August 5, 2020 The history professor urges everyone to draw inspiration from the beautiful things around us, like the efforts of health care workers, and protests for social justice.
Update to plans for the fall quarter August 3, 2020 Following close consultation with public health authorities, UCLA has revised its plans for classes, student housing and other campus operations.
Got COVID-19 antibodies? Donate blood and find out July 29, 2020 Donors who test positive for antibodies will be eligible to donate plasma to a UCLA clinical trial aimed at helping hospitalized patients.
In nation’s 2 largest metros, Blacks and Latinos are more likely to die from COVID-19 July 27, 2020 A UCLA report highlights the need to protect essential workers and expand economic assistance in high-poverty areas.
If relaxed too soon, physical distancing measures might have been all for naught July 23, 2020 A study led by UCLA mathematicians and scientists highlights the dangers of a major COVID-19 spike after the removal of health precautions.
Report shows major effects of COVID-19 on Asian American labor force July 22, 2020 The analysis used data from California and New York to better understand the nature and magnitude of the economic disruption.
Coronavirus antibodies fall dramatically in first 3 months after mild cases of COVID-19 July 21, 2020 Research brief: The UCLA findings raise concerns about antibody-based “immunity passports” and the potential for herd immunity.
Social workers identify dire needs as schools prepare to resume classes July 16, 2020 A policy brief calls for the creation of a national rapid-response team to guide schools as they weigh in-person, online or hybrid learning models.
Will schools be safe this fall? July 15, 2020 UCLA pediatric infectious disease specialist Nava Yeganeh shares advice on precautions for learning environments this fall.
Coronavirus disproportionately harms U.S. prison population July 8, 2020 The UCLA COVID-19 Behind Bars Data Project tracks issues involving the pandemic and mass incarceration in prisons and jails.
Q&A: Why the LGBT community is at greater risk from COVID-19 June 25, 2020 Kathryn O’Neill of UCLA's Williams Institute discusses how pre-existing health conditions, poverty and discrimination create a volatile mix.
Looking back: How UCLA Housing staff adapted to keep students safe June 24, 2020 Gloves and masks became common. Triples gave way to singles. Self-serve buffet stations were replaced with pre-portioned servings. Life changed a lot.