Sequencing of the developing human brain uncovers hundreds of thousands of new gene transcripts
New study could improve the ability to make genetic diagnoses and treat neurodevelopmental disorders.
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Novel technology positions ‘off-the-shelf’ cancer immunotherapy for the clinic
UCLA scientists develop a new method to engineer immune cells that could treat multiple patients.
3 UCLA faculty members elected to National Academy of Sciences
Zvi Bern, a theoretical physicist, and Leonard Kleinrock, one of the early pioneers of the internet, were recognized for their distinguished original research.
South L.A., Antelope Valley lead L.A. County in preventable hospitalizations
These areas also have the highest proportions of adults on Medi-Cal.
Mutations in noncoding DNA become functional in some cancer-driving genes
These regions of the gene alter the abundance of mRNA and the proteins it instructs the cell to make.
Advance in immune cell screening uncovers receptors that target prostate cancer
Research brief: A new T cell-screening process revealed previously unidentified receptors that target prostate cancer.
Advance in light-based computing shows capabilities for future smart cameras
UCLA-developed experimental device quickly processes ambient light and demonstrates ability to reduce glare in images.
People make more patient decisions when shown the benefits first
Focusing immediately on the benefits of waiting might help people improve their self-control.
How AI discriminates and what that means for your Google habit
UCLA’s Safiya Noble discusses how the technology’s growth is shaping our lives and livelihoods — and not always for the better.
Drinking water in U.S. prisons may have dangerously high levels of PFAS
A UCLA professor and other researchers estimate nearly 1 million incarcerated people could suffer lifelong health consequences.
Craving snacks after a meal? It might be food-seeking neurons, not an overactive appetite
A new UCLA study discovers cells that make mice pursue fatty foods even when they are not hungry.
Speaking without vocal cords, thanks to a new AI-assisted wearable device
The adhesive neck patch is the latest advance by UCLA bioengineers in speech technology for people with disabilities.
An even Bigger Bang: Chuck Lorre’s $24.5 million gift to empower low-income STEM students
The new UCLA Chuck Lorre Scholars Program will boost scholarship funding and cultivate leaders in science and technology.
UCLA Samueli to lead $4 million cell research project funded by Chan Zuckerberg Initiative
The collaboration among researchers at UCLA, USC and Caltech will advance cell and tissue engineering technology.
UCLA and Equatic to build world’s largest ocean-based plant for carbon removal
The $20 million system in Singapore will be capable of removing 3,650 metric tons of CO2 per year while producing 105 tons of clean hydrogen.
A look back at the Inquisition’s prosecution of Galileo: What really happened?
Today, on what would have been the Italian astronomer’s 460th birthday, we revisit one of Newsroom’s most-read stories.
Making STEM accessible through translation
A UCLA-led project aims to increase the availability of Spanish-language neuroscience research.
‘Your voice matters too’: UCLA’s AJ Addae on the need for young Black scientists in the cosmetics industry
There’s an “inclusivity problem” when it comes to the testing and development of skin products, the doctoral student and entrepreneur says.
Researchers measure and control interactions between magnetic ripples using lasers
Fundamental step toward ultrafast magnetism-based computers comes from multi-institution team science involving UCLA.
UCLA’s online engineering master’s program again ranked No. 1 in the U.S.
This is the second year in a row — and the sixth time in past 10 years — that the program has held the top spot in U.S. News’ annual survey.
3 UCLA faculty elected to National Academy of Engineering
Academy membership recognizes those who have made outstanding contributions to engineering research, practice or education.
Chemists decipher reaction process that could improve lithium-sulfur batteries
A combination of battery technology and catalysis opens new avenues for cheap, high-capacity batteries.
Bright galaxies put dark matter to the test
If cold dark matter theories are correct, the Webb Space Telescope should find tiny, bright galaxies of early universe.
The future of fresh water is bright
Active Membranes, a startup within the Magnify Incubator at CNSI, has developed an innovative technology to treat and desalinate water.
Viral protein fragments may unlock mystery behind serious COVID-19 outcomes
‘Zombie’ virus fragments continue to cause inflammation after the virus is destroyed.