Chemicals produced by fires show potential to raise cancer risk October 28, 2024 Simulations reveal PAHs’ affinity for binding to DNA — and evading repair — in study co-led by a county firefighter.
UCLA researchers uncover novel role of protein GPNMB in heart repair October 25, 2024 Research brief: New study highlights a target for therapies to prevent heart failure after heart attacks.
UCLA researchers engineer experimental drug for preventing heart failure after heart attacks October 24, 2024 New single-dose therapy shows promise in enhancing repair after heart attacks in preclinical models.
Reality bites! Teens want a new genre on screen: Nomantasy October 24, 2024 A new study from the Center for Scholars & Storytellers at UCLA finds that young people prefer fantasy — without the romance.
UCLA’s Dr. Donna Washington elected to the National Academy of Medicine October 21, 2024 Washington is the 48th UCLA faculty member to achieve one of the highest honors in the fields of health and medicine.
FDA approval of drug regimen helps lower recurrence risk for early-stage breast cancer patients October 14, 2024 The decision is based on findings from a clinical trial led by UCLA’s Dennis Slamon combining ribociclib with hormonal therapy.
Scientists create first map of DNA modification in the developing human brain October 9, 2024 Findings could help pinpoint cell types most vulnerable to conditions like schizophrenia and autism spectrum disorder.
Health inequities abound in California, according to newest California Health Interview Survey October 3, 2024 The latest edition of the nation’s largest state health survey spotlights trends in housing discrimination, health care access and other topics.
Unlocking the potential of patient-derived ‘organoids’ for personalized sarcoma treatment September 29, 2024 Using small 3D models that mimic a patient’s tumor, UCLA researchers can quickly test hundreds of potential drugs.
Preserving a different kind of dental record September 26, 2024 A unique archiving collaboration between the UCLA School of Dentistry and UCLA Library sheds light on the process of safeguarding university history.
Researchers uncover shared molecular mechanisms across three types of dementia September 26, 2024 The discovery of genes that marked vulnerable neurons could open options for therapeutic approaches.
Why diverse clinical trials matter for medical breakthroughs September 23, 2024 Dr. Keith Norris, Dr. Arleen Brown work to enhance representation among patients participating in medical research.
UCLA scientists uncover limits of metabolic flexibility in a skin cancer September 20, 2024 A new study suggests combination therapies could overcome tumor adaptability.
LGBT adults in California face increased risks of firearm violence September 10, 2024 UCLA Center for Health Policy Research study shows lower rates of gun ownership, higher rates of fear of being a victim of gun violence.
UCLA receives $120 million from Alya and Gary Michelson for new California Institute for Immunology and Immunotherapy August 27, 2024 The transformative donation will spur breakthrough discoveries and drive economic growth for the region.
A doctor’s dedication: How one child’s story spans hospitals and hearts August 26, 2024 Dr. Sohit Kanotra, now a pediatric otolaryngologist at UCLA Health, helped bring back a young girl’s voice.
Novel procedure helps treat renowned chef’s rare eye cancer August 20, 2024 A minimally invasive approach gives a better treatment option to certain patients with metastatic uveal melanoma.
12 years after a terminal prognosis, Maui attorney gives others hope August 14, 2024 A UCLA-developed vaccine helped Jamil Newirth beat brain cancer and thrive in law and philanthropy.
Molecule restores cognition and memory in Alzheimer’s disease mouse study August 13, 2024 A compound jump-started memory circuitry in mice and could treat several disorders if proven effective in humans.
L.A. County’s unhoused population faces high levels of discrimination, violence August 8, 2024 The health risks for people experiencing homelessness go beyond challenges inherent to living without shelter, UCLA researchers and colleagues found.
UCLA receives $2 million to develop regenerative medicine therapies for spinal cord injury July 30, 2024 The grant from The Marcus Foundation will support research on restoring sensory function and feeling.
California adults who need long-term support programs hurt by lack of access to resources July 24, 2024 A new study from the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research examines health and well-being of older adults and adults with disabilities.
UCLA Health named official team physicians of USA Basketball for Olympic Games July 15, 2024 The multiyear partnership is centered around UCLA Health providing first-class orthopaedic and sports medical care.
Californians experiencing housing insecurity face higher rates of psychological distress July 9, 2024 UCLA Center for Health Policy Research study shows marginalized populations and young adults were more likely to describe their housing as ‘unstable.’
Sorting therapeutic stem cells by function improves healing after heart attack, lab study shows July 1, 2024 Research brief: Treatment with high-secreting cells in a lab study restored heart function back to a similar state as before damage from myocardial infarction.