social sciences

The study from the Center for Scholars & Storytellers at UCLA provides insight into young people’s media preferences.

Higher education offers students the opportunity to learn in life-changing courses — and from one another's diverse perspectives. 

Professor Jorja Leap is on a mission to make social science research more of a spectator sport.

Facing incredible hurdles, Bruin scholars are shining a light on the facts of the federal government’s crackdown on immigration.

Two new memorandums of understanding broaden opportunities for biomedical research, teaching, scholarly exchange and more.

UCLA research reveals how social media and other factors have amplified auto thefts — and what car owners should know.

A UCLA study reveals an opportunity for content creators to explore religious beliefs and spirituality.

School cellphone bans will likely not make a difference for elementary school students.

UCLA College’s “Cabinet of Curiosities” podcast spotlights Wesleigh Gates’ interdisciplinary work spanning pop culture, LGBTQ studies, performance and boxing.

Abigail Saguy addressed her area of expertise and her new book in a Q&A with UCLA Newsroom.

A new report from UCLA Luskin finds an increase in ICE arrests of immigrants who pose no known threat to public safety.

Young audiences want to see authentic representation on the big screen and are sophisticated judges of it.

Center for Scholars & Storytellers report shows young audiences are rejecting outdated masculine stereotypes on screen.

In an era of shadowy politics, UCLA professor Jeff Lewis is shining a light on how Congress actually votes.

The findings may open the door to potential advancements in preventative strategies targeting women at greater risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

The Center for Scholars & Storytellers founder discusses a YouTube content creator’s guide, social media bans and teen accounts.

Keel brings his expertise in the history of science, critical forensic analysis, public health research and legal studies to bear in seeking accountability for in-custody deaths. 

Project ReConnect explores how our connection to nature and animals helps our well-being, and how we can help theirs.

UCLA research shows antidepressants can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease caused by PTSD.

The speaker series hosted by the Bedari Kindness Institute aims to make kindness research relevant and actionable.

The scholars, cited most often by others in their fields, are "inspiring the global research community to tackle society’s greatest challenges."

Center for Scholars & Storytellers at UCLA’s annual study finds adolescents prefer relatable on-screen content.

Jason De León was thunderstruck when he won the National Book Award — the second time in two years a UCLA professor has walked away with the honor.

The Bedari Kindness Institute director discusses the institute’s mission and the issue of trust on campus.

Insurgent content platforms like Substack are rewriting the rules of publishing. Here are some Bruin newsletters you should be reading now.