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Chemists challenge century-old Bredt's rule with new molecular synthesis

By West LA Times | Oct 31, 2024

UCLA chemists have challenged a century-old principle in organic chemistry, known as Bredt's rule, suggesting that it is time for textbooks to be revised.

UCLA leads nation with 15 Fulbright-Hays fellowships for graduate student researchers

By West LA Times | Oct 31, 2024

The Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad program has awarded fellowships to 15 UCLA graduate students, marking the fourth consecutive year that UCLA has had the most recipients from any research university in the United States.

UCLA gains AANAPISI status; aims to boost student support through federal funding

By West LA Times | Oct 29, 2024

Seventeen years ago, Congress created the Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) designation to support underserved students from these communities.

There were 35,644 lawyers in good standing in cities located within Los Angeles County as of September

By West LA Times | Oct 28, 2024

Cities located within Los Angeles County saw 35,644 lawyers in good standing to practice law as of September, according to the State Bar of California.

Research links fire-produced chemicals with increased cancer risk

By West LA Times | Oct 28, 2024

During fires, chemicals known as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are released, affecting individuals ranging from firefighters to those who grill in their backyards.

Study shows reversing brain aging possible by targeting protein buildup

By West LA Times | Oct 28, 2024

A recent study has revealed that scientists can reverse brain aging in fruit flies by preventing the buildup of a protein called filamentous actin, or F-actin.

Los Angeles voters consider new measures amid ongoing governance challenges

By West LA Times | Oct 27, 2024

Recent developments in Los Angeles highlight the city's ongoing challenges, including past scandals and the current homelessness crisis.

Which former West LA Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 28?

By West LA Times | Oct 27, 2024

These former West LA Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 28.

Recent Los Angeles County home sales in week ending Oct. 19

By West LA Times | Oct 26, 2024

There were 188 reported residential sales in Los Angeles County in the week ending Oct. 19, according to BlockShopper.com.

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West LA Times area weekly mass times

By West LA Times | Oct 26, 2024

The following parishes in the West LA Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Climate expert Daniel Swain skeptical about human ability to control weather

By West LA Times | Oct 25, 2024

UCLA climate scientist Daniel Swain has expressed skepticism about the possibility of humans ever controlling the weather.

Election results may shape future US climate policies

By West LA Times | Oct 25, 2024

The upcoming 2024 election brings several climate policy issues to the forefront.

Protein discovery offers hope for improved post-heart attack recovery

By West LA Times | Oct 25, 2024

UCLA researchers have discovered a significant role for the protein GPNMB in heart repair following a heart attack.

UCLA develops experimental drug aimed at preventing post-heart attack failure

By West LA Times | Oct 24, 2024

Researchers at UCLA have developed an experimental therapy that could improve heart repair following a heart attack, potentially preventing heart failure. This new approach, led by Dr. Arjun Deb and his team at the Eli and Edythe Broad Center of Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research, involves a monoclonal antibody therapy targeting the protein ENPP1.

Adolescents shift toward fantasy content while rejecting traditional romance

By West LA Times | Oct 24, 2024

The latest Teens and Screens Report from the Center for Scholars & Storytellers at UCLA reveals significant shifts in media preferences among adolescents. The report indicates a growing preference for fantasy content, with 36.2% of adolescents favoring this genre, marking a 56% increase from the previous year.

Study shows cultural conflicts cost US public schools $3.2 billion

By West LA Times | Oct 23, 2024

For public school districts across the United States, increasing conflicts over culturally sensitive issues such as book bans and teaching about race, racism, and LGBTQ topics have disrupted operations and impacted classrooms. According to a study by the Institute for Democracy, Education and Access at UCLA, these disputes have cost billions of dollars that could have been better allocated to serving students.

UCLA's Dr. Donna Washington elected to National Academy of Medicine

By West LA Times | Oct 21, 2024

Dr. Donna L. Washington has been elected to the National Academy of Medicine, a prestigious recognition in health and medicine. She serves as the director of the Health Equity-QUERI National Partnered Evaluation Center at the Veterans Health Administration and is a professor of medicine at both the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System and the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.