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UCLA researchers discover threadworm response to carbon dioxide
In a recent study published in Current Biology, UCLA biologists have shed light on the behavior of skin-penetrating nematodes, specifically Strongyloides stercoralis, in response to carbon dioxide (CO2).
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UCLA's online engineering master's retains top spot for third consecutive year
For the third year in a row, U.S. News & World Report has ranked UCLA Samueli School of Engineering’s online master’s degree program as the top in the nation.
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Trump's mandate claim questioned by UCLA expert
Donald Trump is set to be inaugurated as the 47th president of the United States on January 20, in Washington D.C. The political landscape he enters includes Republican control of both houses of Congress.
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Climate change linked to 25% drier vegetation during L.A. fires
A recent study by UCLA climate scientists has connected climate change to about 25% of the extreme dryness in vegetation during the Palisades and Eaton fires.
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UCLA opens disaster recovery center at Research Park for fire-affected residents
UCLA has opened a disaster recovery center at its Research Park, previously the Westside Pavilion shopping mall, to support fire relief efforts in Los Angeles.
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UCLA report shows disproportionate impact of wildfires on Latino communities
A recent data summary by the UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute and the UCLA Center for Neighborhood Knowledge highlights the far-reaching effects of the Palisades, Hurst, and Eaton wildfires.
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Wildfires disproportionately affect Latinos and underserved communities in Los Angeles
A recent data brief by the UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute and the UCLA Center for Neighborhood Knowledge highlights the significant impact of wildfires on Latino and underserved communities in Los Angeles County.
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Study finds personal gain affects perceptions of trust despite past betrayals
Researchers from UCLA and Oklahoma State University have uncovered insights into how people assess trustworthiness, even in the face of betrayal.
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Climate change accelerates hydroclimate whiplash worldwide
Hydroclimate whiplash, characterized by rapid transitions between wet and dry weather, is intensifying globally due to climate change.
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UCLA Health launches new dating support program for autistic adults
UCLA Health is introducing a new program aimed at assisting autistic adults in navigating the complexities of romantic relationships.
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Computational microscopy advances offer new insights into material structures
Computational microscopy has seen significant advancements over the past 25 years, allowing researchers to visualize extremely small and ultrafast phenomena.
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UCLA prepares for powerful Santa Ana winds amid high wildfire risk
UCLA is preparing for an intense Santa Ana wind event, described by experts as one of the most powerful of the season.
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UCLA Blue and Gold Challenge sets new records with increased donations
Bruins from across the globe demonstrated unprecedented generosity during UCLA's Blue and Gold Challenge in fall 2024.
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Brian Kite appointed as new dean of graduate education at UCLA
Brian Kite has been appointed as UCLA's new dean and vice provost of graduate education.
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Thorium film may revolutionize atomic clock technology
UCLA physicists have achieved a breakthrough in atomic clock technology by using the nucleus of thorium-229 embedded in a transparent crystal to absorb and emit photons, similar to electron behavior in atoms.
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M87's supermassive black hole emits significant gamma-ray flare
The galaxy M87, located in the Virgo constellation, gained fame in 2019 when the Event Horizon Telescope captured the first-ever image of a black hole at its center.
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UCLA Anderson Forecast analyzes economic impacts under new administration
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House in January 2025, the UCLA Anderson Forecast has released its latest analysis of the U.S. and California economies.
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UCLA Film & Television Archive celebrates storytelling with free winter cinema programs
The UCLA Film & Television Archive is set to celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2025 with a series of public programs designed to engage audiences with the art of storytelling.
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UCLA professors named National Academy of Inventors fellows
Three professors from the UCLA Samueli School of Engineering have been elected as fellows of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI).
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UCLA experts provide insight into Malibu's Franklin Fire amid evacuation
Warnings of severe fire risk from high-speed Santa Ana winds have turned into reality in Southern California as the Franklin Fire erupted in Malibu late Monday night.