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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Women, people of color drive viewer ratings for top streaming films
Part 2 of UCLA’s Hollywood Diversity Report on film studies the state of streaming as the industry looks to contract.
UCLA plays a pivotal role in Getty PST ART, the nation’s largest art event
UCLA Arts and UCLA Film & Television Archive bring seven projects to “Art & Science Collide” from July through May 2025.
As L.A. County nighttime recreation program expands scope, success largely continues
UCLA study shows Parks After Dark achieved intended goals by providing recreational programming in a safe environment.
El programa de recreación nocturna del condado de Los Ángeles amplía su alcance y el éxito continua
Un estudio de UCLA muestra que Parks After Dark logró los objetivos previstos al ofrecer programación recreativa en un ambiente seguro.
UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music to receive $5 million gift to establish Berry Gordy Music Industry Center
The center will enrich the school’s music industry bachelor’s program with initiatives designed to support students as they pursue their careers.
UCLA to lead the Center of Excellence for Heat Resilient Communities
The Luskin Center for Innovation receives a federal grant to prepare for extreme heat.
UCLA storytellers use Grand Theft Auto as basis for films imagining L.A. in 2050
“Grand Theft Eco” considers the city’s environmental future, along with economic and social justice issues.
When saying ‘please’ is more strategic than magic
UCLA study finds using “please” may not be so polite in everyday requests.
Adults who had difficult childhoods are not receiving sufficient mental health care
Nearly 40% of adults who had four or more adverse childhood experiences said they had an unmet need for treatment.
Downsizing local news contributes to crumbling infrastructure
Study links local journalism with voter support for fixing public works, which adds to climate resilience.
2 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.
Women’s water polo team wins NCAA title, completing perfect season
The No. 1–ranked UCLA squad went 26–0 en route to defeating the California Golden Bears Sunday in Berkeley.
How local journalism boosts support for fixing crumbling infrastructure
Strong local newspapers are tied to greater voter support for funding dams, sewers and other projects vital to climate resilience, a new study shows.
Beyond 1.5°C and scientists’ fears: Video ‘Office Hours’ with Daniel Swain
An informal survey shows hundreds of IPCC scientists now expect the world to reach at least 2.5° C of warming. Swain weighs in.
Film commissioned by UCLA professor earns spot at Directors’ Fortnight in Cannes
The animated short was conceived and brought to fruition by Michael Emmerich, director of the Yanai Initiative.
Political scientist Chris Tausanovitch named 2024 Carnegie Fellow
The UCLA researcher will explore why a mostly moderate public is represented by increasingly polarized elected officials.
Champs again! Men’s volleyball claims its 21st NCAA title
The win against Long Beach State brings the team its second championship in a row and UCLA’s 122nd across all sports.
Access to firearms for Californians ages 15–24 associated with increased suicide risk
The study examined ties between firearm proximity and psychological distress, suicidal thoughts and suicide attempts.
5 UCLA faculty members elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences
Ann Carlson, Jason Cong, Tyrone Howard, Thomas Smith and Paul Taylor are among 250 artists, scholars, scientists and leaders chosen this year.
Language that could be clues to suicide differ between men and women
Researchers have uncovered differences in how suicides are described that could identify at-risk men in time to get the help they need.
South L.A., Antelope Valley lead L.A. County in preventable hospitalizations
These areas also have the highest proportions of adults on Medi-Cal.
Historic gift to UCLA School of Law advances Latino legal scholarship
The donation from Alicia Miñana de Lovelace, chair of The UCLA Foundation board, will bolster the Critical Race Studies program.
UCLA Sustainability Plan shows green forward progress by the campus
Strides have been made in energy efficiency, food systems, water use and more since the plan’s launch in 2022.
Veteran broadcast journalist David Ono receives Irene Hirano Inouye Award
The award from the UCLA Terasaki Center honors Hirano Inouye, a Japanese American philanthropist, community organizer and champion of social causes.