Hunga volcano eruption leads to cooling of Southern Hemisphere, UCLA study finds
The 2022 eruption of Hunga Tonga-Hunga Haʻapai, an underwater volcano, has resulted in unexpected cooling of the Southern Hemisphere, according to a study led by UCLA scientists.
Colorado River states underuse wastewater despite growing water crisis, report says
States dependent on the Colorado River are underutilizing treated municipal wastewater, according to a report from UCLA and the Natural Resources Defense Council.
UCLA sees significant decline in car commutes despite population growth
UCLA Transportation’s "State of the Commute 2024" report indicates a decline in automobile commutes despite a rise in the university's population by nearly 10,000 students, faculty, and staff.
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UCLA hosts panel on LA wildfire recovery featuring elected officials
Elected officials, community leaders, and policy experts convened on March 20 to address wildfire recovery challenges in Los Angeles.
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UCLA-led team develops advanced sensor platform for real-time metabolite monitoring
A team led by UCLA has developed a sensor platform capable of measuring metabolites in real-time within the body.
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New insights into planet formation reveal unexpected atmospheric mixtures
Recent computational experiments conducted by scientists from UCLA and Princeton have revealed new insights into the atmospheric composition of young planets.
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UCLA partners with USC on post-fire recovery roadmap
The UCLA Ziman Center for Real Estate, the USC Lusk Center for Real Estate, and the Urban Land Institute Los Angeles have collaborated to produce a comprehensive plan to guide rebuilding efforts in Los Angeles following January's wildfires.
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60 H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under Manufacturing industry across West LA Times publication area in 2024
Employers classified under the Manufacturing industry based in the West LA Times publication area submitted 60 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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UCLA identifies potential stroke recovery drug improving brain connections
UCLA Health researchers have made a significant discovery in stroke rehabilitation by identifying the first drug that replicates the effects of physical rehabilitation in mice.
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Latinx Success Center opens at UCLA aiming for Hispanic-Serving Institution status
The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is set to open the Latinx Success Center on Cesar Chavez Day.
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Study supports shorter radiation regimen for early-stage prostate cancer
A recent study co-led by UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers indicates that a shorter, standard-dose course of radiation treatment is as effective as conventional radiotherapy for prostate cancer.
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Climate expert to discuss drought and fire outlook for Southwest
Updates on the forecast for wildfires, droughts, and precipitation in California and the greater Southwest will be provided by UCLA and UC ANR climate scientist Daniel Swain.
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Real Estate and Rental and Leasing industry employers submit 15 H-1B petitions across West LA Times publication area in 2024
In 2024, 15 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Real Estate and Rental and Leasing industry located within the West LA Times publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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UCLA engineers support wildfire recovery efforts across Southern California
In the wake of the January wildfires that swept through Southern California, particularly affecting Altadena and Pacific Palisades, UCLA's Samueli School of Engineering has been actively involved in recovery efforts.
