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UCLA team uses Grand Theft Auto to envision Los Angeles in 2050
In the year 2050, the Los Angeles River meanders peacefully, glistening under the sun's rays as the murmur of freeway traffic intertwines with the serene surroundings. On its banks, teenagers Kerstin and Yolanda form a pact to locate a missing electronic toy. Their mission and friendship are tested by their contrasting socioeconomic backgrounds.
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UCLA study reveals unmet mental health needs among adults with adverse childhood experiences
A recent study by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research has found that adults who have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are not receiving adequate mental health care. According to the study, one in five California adults reported four or more ACEs, with this proportion being even higher among young adults and certain racial or ethnic groups.
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Study reveals strategic, not polite, use of the word "please
A recent study conducted by sociologists at UCLA has revealed that the usage of the word "please" does not always signify respect or politeness. The research found that "please" was used only 7% of the time, predominantly in situations where there was an inhospitable interactional environment to overcome.
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Detailed local journalism boosts voter support for infrastructure spending
A recent study conducted by UCLA and Duke University reveals that detailed local journalism about aging infrastructure can boost voter support for additional infrastructure investment. The research, published in the journal Political Behavior, indicates that reading fictionalized samples of news coverage with specific local details about infrastructure maintenance requirements led to as much as 10% more electoral support for infrastructure spending compared to basic reporting.
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UCLA women's water polo team clinches eighth NCAA title
The UCLA women's water polo team, ranked No. 1, secured its eighth NCAA title and the program’s 12th national championship with a 7–4 victory against the California Golden Bears in Berkeley on Sunday. This win completes the third undefeated season in the program's history, with a record of 26–0. The only other teams to achieve this feat were those of 2005 and 2008, both recording an impeccable 33–0.
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Two UCLA professors elected to National Academy of Sciences
Zvi Bern, a theoretical physicist, and Leonard Kleinrock, an early pioneer of the internet, have been elected to the National Academy of Sciences. This recognition is due to their distinguished and continuing achievements in original research. The professors are among 120 new members and 34 international members recently announced by the academy. Membership is considered one of the highest honors a scientist in the United States can receive.
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Local journalism boosts public support for vital infrastructure funding: Study
A recent study by researchers at UCLA and Duke University has revealed a correlation between robust local newspapers and increased public support for funding essential infrastructure such as dams and sewers, which are critical to climate resilience. The study found that even a few additional paragraphs providing context could enhance support for spending on these projects and increase voters' willingness to hold local politicians accountable for neglecting infrastructure by voting them out of office.
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UCLA Scientist Discusses Climate Change Predictions in Upcoming Session
An informal survey conducted by the Guardian has revealed that numerous scientists affiliated with the U.N.'s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change now anticipate the world to reach at least 2.5° C of warming. UCLA climate scientist Daniel Swain is set to provide his perspective on this matter on Friday, May 10, at 10 a.m PT. He will discuss his agreement and disagreement with both the public discourse and his scientific peers, as well as provide context about the likelihood of reaching certain targets.
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Professional article: Film by UCLA Professor Selected for Cannes Directors' Fortnight
"Extremely Short," conceived by UCLA professor Michael Emmerich and directed by animator Kōji Yamamura, has been selected for a screening at Directors’ Fortnight, an independent sidebar held in parallel to the Cannes Film Festival. The short is the first film from "Bungaku Bideo" (Japanese for "literature videos"), a planned series of films commissioned by the Yanai Initiative. Emmerich came up with the effort to develop films based on a variety of Japanese written forms as an avenue to reach broader audiences and to highlight the work of independent animators.
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Political Scientist Chris Tausanovitch Named 2024 Carnegie Fellow
Political scientist Chris Tausanovitch named 2024 Carnegie Fellow
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Champs again! Men’s volleyball claims its 21st NCAA title
The UCLA men's volleyball team secured their 21st National Collegiate Volleyball Championship on Saturday, May 4, by defeating No. 2 seed California State University, Long Beach, in four sets at the Walter Pyramid arena on the Long Beach campus. The scores of the match were 25–21, 25–20, 27–29, and 25–21.The victory marked a significant achievement for the UCLA men's volleyball program, with the team winning their first back-to-back titles since the 1995 and 1996 seasons. Additionally, this win contributed to UCLA's impressive record of 122 NCAA titles across all sports....
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Access to Firearms Linked to Increased Suicide Risk Among California Youth
A recent study conducted by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research has shed light on the concerning relationship between access to firearms and suicidal thoughts and behaviors among Californians ages 15–24. The study, based on data from the 2021 and 2022 California Health Interview Survey, revealed alarming statistics and implications.According to the study, youth who expressed fears of gun violence were nearly twice as likely to report suicidal thoughts compared to those who did not harbor such concerns. Additionally, in 2022, researchers found that young individuals...
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Language that could be clues to suicide differ between men and women
A recent study led by UCLA researchers has uncovered significant differences in the language used to describe male and female suicides in public health records. The research, published in the American Journal of Public Health, analyzed 271,998 suicides over a 17-year period in the U.S. National Violent Death Reporting System. The findings show that words associated with male suicides often referenced job loss, alcohol abuse, financial stress, and unusual behavior, while those related to female suicides more frequently mentioned mood, psychological state, and mental health...
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South L.A., Antelope Valley lead L.A. County in preventable hospitalizations
Los Angeles County residents living in lower-income areas like South Los Angeles and the Antelope Valley face a considerably higher risk of preventable hospitalizations or emergency department visits, according to a recent study by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research.The study revealed that South Los Angeles has the highest rate of preventable hospitalizations (1,252 per 100,000 adults), followed by the Antelope Valley (888). Ninez Ponce, director of the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research, emphasized that these disparities highlight the healthcare system's...
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Historic $1 Million Gift Advances Latino Legal Scholarship at UCLA School of Law
UCLA School of Law has received a $1 million donation from Alicia Miñana de Lovelace, chair of The UCLA Foundation board, to enhance its Critical Race Studies program, marking the largest-ever single contribution to the initiative. The program, founded in 2000, is the sole law school-based program in the nation devoted to Critical Race Theory and related scholarship.Alicia Miñana de Lovelace's generous gift aims to advance Latino legal scholarship at UCLA Law by establishing the Laura E. Gómez Teaching Fellowship on Latinx People and the Law in honor of retiring UCLA Law...
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Mutations in noncoding DNA Linked to Cancer Pathways and Patient Survival, UCLA Study Finds
A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) has revealed a significant connection between mutations in noncoding DNA and genes associated with cancer pathways, as well as their impact on cancer patient survival.According to corresponding author Xinshu “Grace” Xiao, a UCLA professor of integrative biology and physiology, the research aimed to address the challenge of understanding the functions of mutations in noncoding regions. Xiao explained, “Predicting the outcomes of mutations in protein-coding regions is...
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Los Angeles County Residents' Quality of Life Hits Record Low Due to High Cost of Living, UCLA Survey Shows
Los Angeles County residents are experiencing a record-low level of satisfaction with their quality of life, largely due to concerns over the high cost of living. The annual UCLA survey revealed that worries about affordability have pushed the overall rating down to 53, marking the second time in three years that it has fallen below the survey's midpoint of 55.Zev Yaroslavsky, director of the study at UCLA, highlighted the impact of rising housing costs on renters, who are feeling particularly pessimistic about their futures. Yaroslavsky noted, "Housing costs have gone...
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Supportive housing program for Californians experiencing homelessness shows promise
A recent evaluation conducted by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research has revealed the positive impact of the Housing for a Healthy California program on individuals experiencing homelessness in the state. The program, which provided permanent housing to 230 individuals from January 2021 to December 2022, aimed to support those who had been without stable housing for over a year.One key aspect of the program was the provision of supportive services tailored to each participant's needs. According to the evaluation, participants received assistance such as linking to...
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Sean Astin to deliver UCLA College commencement address
Actor, advocate and UCLA alumnus Sean Astin will deliver the keynote address at all three 2024 UCLA College commencement ceremonies, which are scheduled for 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Friday, June 14, in Pauley Pavilion.“I’m thrilled to be returning to Westwood to speak to the class of 2024,” Astin said. “Graduating from UCLA was an incredibly proud moment in my life. I’m excited to celebrate alongside my fellow Bruins and offer some words of encouragement and inspiration as they begin their post-college journey.”Astin, who transferred to UCLA from Los Angeles Valley...
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Advance in immune cell screening uncovers receptors that target prostate cancer
A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) has unveiled a groundbreaking advancement in immune cell screening that could have significant implications for targeting prostate cancer. The findings, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, showcase a new method for screening T cells, a crucial component of the body's immune system, to identify receptors that are essential for effective cell-based treatments.Through this innovative screening process, the researchers identified three previously unknown...