UCLA researchers develop mineral sunscreen formula that reduces white cast
UCLA researchers have developed a new mineral sunscreen formulation designed to reduce the white, chalky appearance often left by traditional products containing zinc oxide.
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Hammer Museum appoints Michael Wellen as chief curator; Regan Pro named head of engagement
The Hammer Museum at UCLA has announced two significant leadership appointments.
Scientists identify key mechanism behind neuron resistance to Alzheimer’s-related protein buildup
New research conducted by UCLA Health and UC San Francisco has identified why some brain cells are more resistant to the accumulation of tau protein, a substance associated with Alzheimer’s…
UCLA professor Alice Shapley honored with Dannie Heineman Prize for Astrophysics
Alice Shapley, a professor of physics and astronomy at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), has been awarded the Dannie Heineman Prize for Astrophysics.
UCLA researchers demonstrate reduced electronic noise using novel nanomaterials
A research team led by the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) has developed prototype devices using unconventional materials that may reduce electronic noise in communication devices and sensors.
Report finds sharp rise in U.S. interior deportations during Trump’s second term
Deportations of individuals arrested within the United States have increased by more than four times during the first nine months of President Donald Trump’s second term compared to the last…
UCLA Samueli’s online master’s program ranked No. 1 again by U.S. News
For the fourth consecutive year, the UCLA Samueli School of Engineering’s online master’s degree program has been ranked No. 1 in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
Report: Over half of U.S. transgender youth face restrictive state laws
More than half of transgender youth in the United States are living in states with laws or policies that limit their access to gender-affirming care, participation in sports, use of…
UCLA study finds protein limits muscle repair speed but boosts cell survival with age
Researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) have identified a protein that plays a dual role in muscle stem cells as they age.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding linked to better long-term cognition in postmenopausal women
A recent study led by Molly Fox, an anthropology professor at UCLA, suggests that pregnancy and breastfeeding are linked to improved long-term cognitive function in postmenopausal women.
UCLA researchers identify best design for mass-produced immunotherapy targeting solid tumors
A team of researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) has identified an optimal design for a new type of immunotherapy that could be mass-produced to treat various…
UCLA named among top producers of student Fulbright awardees for 2025–26
UCLA has been recognized as one of the top 31 universities in the United States for producing student Fulbright awardees for the 2025–26 academic year.
Henry Samueli elected to National Inventors Hall of Fame for broadband technology advances
Henry Samueli, chairman of the board at Broadcom Inc. and a three-time alumnus of the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), has been selected for induction into the 2026 class…
Latino-owned businesses drive significant U.S. economic growth amid adversity
A new report from the Latino GDP team at UCLA and Cal Lutheran University highlights the significant impact of Latino-owned businesses on the U.S. economy, particularly during challenging periods such…
UCLA researchers achieve precise 3D mapping of atoms in disordered materials
Researchers at the California NanoSystems Institute at UCLA have published a framework for determining the three-dimensional positions and elemental identities of atoms in amorphous materials.
UCLA-led study finds COVID-19 viral protein fragments can kill key human immune cells
A new study led by researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) has found that fragments of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein, left behind after the virus is destroyed…
UCLA Health study links pesticide exposure to higher Parkinson’s disease risk
A recent study from UCLA Health reports that long-term residential exposure to the pesticide chlorpyrifos is linked to more than a 2.5-fold increased risk of developing Parkinson’s disease.
UCLA historian discusses impact of US rhetoric on Europe-NATO relations
President Trump recently referenced a framework agreement with NATO and moderated his previous comments about seizing Greenland during his departure from the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
Many California homeowners remain uninsured but unwilling to relocate despite rising risks
More than 20% of California homeowners have dropped their home insurance due to canceled policies or unaffordable premiums, according to the first UCLA Luskin California Poll.
UCLA chemists create cage-shaped molecules challenging classic rules in organic chemistry
UCLA researchers have developed new cage-shaped molecules that challenge established rules in organic chemistry, with potential implications for drug discovery.
UCLA receives third Carnegie Community Engagement Classification for connecting research with communities
The University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) has received the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification for the third time, highlighting its ongoing efforts to connect academic research and teaching with community…
Study finds ongoing methyl bromide use near ports poses health risk for California communities
A new study by researchers from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) and UC Irvine has found that the pesticide methyl bromide remains in use in 36 of California’s…
Safety remains top value among youth according to UCLA Center for Scholars & Storytellers
A new report from the Center for Scholars & Storytellers (CSS) at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) shows that young people between the ages of 10 and 24…
Study finds high rate of risky drug prescriptions among older adults with dementia
A recent study published in JAMA reports that one in four Medicare beneficiaries with dementia is prescribed central nervous system (CNS)-active medications, despite longstanding clinical guidelines warning against this practice…
UCLA researchers develop tool to forecast salmonella outbreaks among songbirds
UCLA researchers are working on a predictive tool to help prevent salmonella outbreaks among wild songbirds, which can also pose risks to people, pets, and poultry.