New research hub to focus on quantum biology
The Quantum Biology Center at UCLA is the first research hub of its kind in the U.S.
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Nanotech device can detect risk for serious complication during pregnancy
Researchers from UCLA and Cedars-Sinai have developed a blood test to identify placenta accreta spectrum disorder.
Century-old problem solved with first-ever 3D atomic imaging of an amorphous solid
A UCLA-led team of researchers captured the structure of metallic glass.
Bringing hands-on STEM learning home for the pandemic
The California NanoSystems Institute at UCLA has adapted its education outreach programs during COVID-19.
In lab study, nanoparticle shows promising results for treating severe allergies
A UCLA research team developed a possible way to impart long-term relief by inducing an active state of immune tolerance.
Could the ocean hold the key to reducing carbon dioxide in the atmosphere?
UCLA researchers have outlined a strategy that would use seawater to trap and store billions of metric tons of the greenhouse gas each year.
Study reveals new details about how bacterial toxins cause life-threatening colitis
Research brief: Scientists have discovered how one of the toxins released by the C. difficile bacterium spurs excessive inflammation in the gut.
UCLA scientists create world’s smallest ‘refrigerator’
A team led by physics professor Chris Regan has succeeded in building thermoelectric coolers with a total volume of 1 cubic micrometer.
Upgraded cleanroom facilities will give UCLA advanced nanofabrication capabilities
Researchers will use the space to build new generations of tiny devices, such as computer chips that mimic how the brain works and ultra high-efficiency batteries.
UCLA, UCSB share $23.7 million grant to study biologically based polymers
The collaboration aims to advance the use of microbes for sustainable production of new plastics.
High schoolers learn science and business through Nanovation Competition
The contest invites student teams to identify a problem, dream up a nanotech-enabled solution and pitch their products to experts.
UCLA scientists invent nanoparticle that could improve treatment for bone defects
In a study using mice with bone defects in their skulls, the treatment reduced the size of the defects by an average of 50%.
Researchers reveal the mechanisms behind a natural bacteria killer
The findings, from a study by a UCLA-led team, could inform the development of precision antibiotics.
UCLA-led research team produces most accurate 3D images of ‘2D materials’
Researchers used a new technology called scanning atomic electron tomography, which they developed.
UCLA research could be step toward lab-grown eggs and sperm to treat infertility
The experiments, led by Professor Amander Clark, revealed a detailed timeline for when germ cells form.
Bruins go to downtown Los Angeles to share the big potential of the very small
Nano-related science and art were on display during the UCLA-MindshareLA event, which underscored UCLA’s commitment to share the knowledge it’s creating beyond Westwood.
UCLA and MindshareLA to present evenings of science exploration and art
The first event, on Feb. 1, will feature presentations by three members of the California NanoSystems Institute.
Researchers observe brain-like behavior in nanoscale device
UCLA scientists James Gimzewski and Adam Stieg are part of a research team that has taken a major stride toward creating thinking machines.
Dozens of UCLA scientists rank among world’s most-cited researchers
Report from Web of Science Group identifies researchers in 21 fields whose work was most often referenced by other papers.
Deep learning enables scientists to identify cancer cells in blood in milliseconds
The invention relies in part on another UCLA invention, photonic time stretch.
Nanocapsule reaches cancer that has spread to central nervous system in mice
Research brief: UCLA researchers developed a drug delivery system that can break through the blood-brain barrier.
UCLA researchers toughen glass using nanoparticles
The new process creates a material that’s at least five times tougher than any glass currently available.
Atomic motion is captured in 4D for the first time
Results of the UCLA-led study contradict a long-held classical theory.
Scientists reveal DNA packaging mechanism of HSV-1, the virus that causes cold sores
The UCLA team's results could lead to ways to improve antiviral therapy.
Solar cells (like people!) work better with caffeine
In tests, perovskite-based cells made with the same chemical found in coffee maintained their power conversion efficiency for several weeks longer than those without it.