Class of COVID: Leah Likin dives deep into pandemic anxieties with her honors project May 26, 2023 The graduating psychology student has been honored with a Dean’s Prize for Excellence in Research and Creativity.
White-bellied pangolins have second-most chromosomes among mammals May 24, 2023 Genomic research led by UCLA scientists could support conservation efforts; the species is endangered in large part because of illegal hunting.
Climate change, habitat loss threaten East African bird populations May 17, 2023 A UCLA-led study assesses the complex effects of environmental stressors on tropical species in the Usambara Mountains.
Tibetan Plateau soil temperatures are found to affect climate regionally, globally April 17, 2023 Over the past 20 years, UCLA’s Yongkang Xue has been learning how land temperature and moisture influence major climate patterns.
How does your garden grow? April 13, 2023 Professor Alex Hall’s work with native plants is in full bloom, with a weekend tour and an upcoming podcast.
Would more parks and trees help L.A. County residents live longer? April 3, 2023 A UCLA-led study predicts that an equitable ‘greening’ plan could add up to a million years in collective life expectancy.
Vegetation browning from drought hits L.A.’s disadvantaged communities hardest March 27, 2023 A UCLA-led study reveals a “geography of inequality” across the region’s coastal areas.
Marilyn Raphael brings us the cold facts about Antarctica and climate change March 21, 2023 Environmental institute director spreads UCLA’s expertise from Southern California to the southern tip of the world.
Vegan, Mediterranean diets have lower carbon footprints than standard U.S. diet March 20, 2023 A UCLA study suggests emissions from basic American diet are equivalent to driving a car up to 20 miles per day.
Alex Hall appointed interim director of UCLA’s Sustainable LA Grand Challenge March 17, 2023 Hall, who assumed the role March 1, focuses on developing regional climate models to help spur science-informed action on climate change.
Q&A: Monica L. Smith on how humans have adapted to natural forces throughout history March 16, 2023 “The Power of Nature,” edited by the UCLA anthropologist, explores how people have responded to volcanoes, epidemics and droughts.
New campus plan targets electric vehicle adoption at UCLA February 9, 2023 UCLA Transportation’s first-ever EV Readiness Plan outlines electrification projects to help commuters and advance campus sustainability.
No Ph.D. needed: UCLA scientists help simplify DNA testing for tracking marine species January 9, 2023 A demonstration in the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach showed that non-academics can use the fast, inexpensive genetic test.
Is it safe? Why some animals fear using wildlife crossings December 22, 2022 UCLA-led research on deer and elk could point the way toward crossing structures that are more effective for all species.
2022 reflections: Milestones and achievements that made a difference December 15, 2022 The first UC to guarantee on-campus housing for all undergraduates. Studying hate. NCAA championship in women’s soccer. “Sweater weather” on the moon. What a year.
When using virtual reality as a teaching tool, context and ‘feeling real’ matter December 15, 2022 A UCLA study suggests that VR can enhance learning if it is convincingly produced and if different subjects are taught in distinctive environments.
Air for disadvantaged L.A. residents is more polluted, more toxic December 9, 2022 The higher levels of toxic pollution in certain areas compound other public health challenges.
UCLA expands dedication to protecting biodiversity, joins international nature coalition December 8, 2022 The Nature Positive Universities Alliance commits higher education institutions to take action that helps ecosystems thrive.
Popular strategies for reducing gasoline use aren’t getting a chance to work November 22, 2022 A UCLA-led study finds that governments often change course after increasing gas taxes and reducing subsidies to producers.
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.
Dysmus Kisilu wins UCLA’s Pritzker Award for environmental innovators November 11, 2022 The Kenyan entrepreneur and his company, Solar Freeze, receive a $100,000 prize for reducing food waste.
Birds getting smaller, ‘wingier’ as planet warms, UCLA-led research finds October 27, 2022 The 30-year study of 105 migratory species reveals how strongly temperature affects animals’ physical characteristics.
Understanding what makes rainforests distinct from one another could advance conservation efforts October 27, 2022 Insights about how the ecosystems vary from one another could help shape conservation initiatives and efforts to fight climate change.
Wildfires drive L.A.’s mountain lions to take deadly risks October 20, 2022 In seeking alternative habitats, the endangered animals are more likely to experience dangerous — and fatal — encounters with freeways and foes.
Are extreme heat waves happening more than expected? UCLA research says not yet. September 28, 2022 The temperatures that baked the Pacific Northwest in 2021 should happen roughly once in 10,000 years.