Over three dozen UCLA faculty listed among world’s most influential researchers November 16, 2023 The faculty members have published research that is cited most often by other scholars in their fields.
They proudly served their adoptive nation – and found a path to medicine along the way November 9, 2023 Three UCLA student veterans share their stories of immigration and their passion for medical science.
Video: Shaping the future of medical education at UCLA November 3, 2023 UCLA’s new Rosenfeld Hall will play a pivotal role in training the next generation of medical professionals and improving care for patients.
Rosenfeld Hall is UCLA’s new hub for cutting-edge medical training, technology and collaboration November 1, 2023 The facility was made possible by a $20 million gift from donors Eugene and Maxine Rosenfeld.
Use of telehealth services rose during the pandemic and remains high October 4, 2023 A UCLA study shows that in 2022, nearly half of California adults had used these services over the previous year.
UCLA-led team develops key improvement to Nobel Prize-winning technology September 26, 2023 An advance in cryo-electron microscopy could be a significant boon for research on potential cancer therapies.
New drug delays progression of glioma, a deadly brain cancer June 4, 2023 A study co-led by UCLA is the first clinical trial analyzing a targeted therapy specifically developed to treat brain tumors.
First-year medical student uses rén, a Confucian virtue, as her guide May 31, 2023 Lynn Nguyen was inspired to help others by her refugee parents and a doctor who brought comfort to Vietnamese families.
UCLA study highlights need to focus on individuals, versus populations, in genomic medicine May 19, 2023 New research shows that the accuracy of genetically based disease predictions varies from person to person.
Arjun Verma’s approach to science is equal parts heart and hands-on May 17, 2023 Through his research and volunteering, the graduating senior and future medical student has already made an impact.
Dr. Karol Watson honored by American College of Cardiology March 9, 2023 The professor and attending physician received the Bernadine Healy Leadership award for her contributions to women’s cardiovascular health.
Chelsea Shover honored by National Institutes of Health for addiction research February 23, 2023 The assistant professor in residence at the Geffen School of Medicine was one of five “trailblazers” to receive the inaugural award.
Dr. Thomas Rando honored by International Society for Stem Cell Research February 10, 2023 The professor and director of the Broad Stem Cell Research Center has received an achievement award for his research.
Nearly 40 UCLA scholars are among the most highly cited researchers in their fields November 15, 2022 The annual list compiled by Clarivate identifies scholars whose work has been referenced most often in studies published by other researchers.
Scientists say eye-disease drug may also help fight COVID November 8, 2022 Research brief: In a lab study, a UCLA-led team found that verteporfin stopped the replication of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
Black Americans’ COVID vaccine hesitancy stems more from today’s inequities than historical ones October 27, 2022 Past injustices like the Tuskegee Syphilis Study are less likely to spark mistrust than poor interactions with physicians, UCLA psychologists say.
How the secrets of the ‘water bear’ could improve lifesaving drugs like insulin October 4, 2022 Inspired by creatures that survive in harsh environments, a UCLA team has invented a polymer with the potential to extend the shelf life and reach of medications.
The Alchemist September 19, 2022 Aparna Bhaduri is leading the fight against the deadliest form of cancer.
UCLA awarded $11.5 million to improve organ, hand and face transplantation July 27, 2022 The two grant projects, funded by the National Institutes of Health and the Department of Defense, will be led by Dr. Jerzy Kupiec-Weglinski.
Celebrating the class of 2022 June 6, 2022 With stories from across campus, we pay tribute to some of UCLA’s remarkable graduating students.
UCLA program provides campus jobs, career support for people with autism April 28, 2022 A partnership with a local placement agency has facilitated the hiring of 11 employees, with plans to expand soon.
UCLA-developed technology enables single-cell sorting by function April 20, 2022 The advance could have implications for drug development and biological research.
Potential glioblastoma treatment has roots in UCLA graduate research March 15, 2022 The oral medication, ERAS-801, targets a rogue gene found in about 60% of people with the aggressive form of brain cancer.
Doctors in space: UCLA fellowship prepares new generation of flight surgeons February 11, 2022 Dr. Haig Aintablian, who recently completed his residency in emergency medicine at UCLA, is the program’s inaugural fellow.
Ebola vaccine being used in Congo produces lasting antibody response, study finds February 8, 2022 Research brief: Six months after the shot, nearly 96% of study participants in North Kivu Province still had antibodies in their blood.