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UCLA joins DOE-funded effort to develop next-generation aqueous batteries

By West LA Times | Oct 18, 2024

Three faculty members from UCLA are contributing to a U.S. Department of Energy-funded project aimed at developing advanced batteries for grid-scale energy storage. This initiative supports sustainable energy sources like solar and wind, which are often inconsistent.

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New center at UCLA aims to train next generation microchip designers

By West LA Times | Oct 18, 2024

A new center dedicated to training future microchip designers has been established at the UCLA Samueli School of Engineering. This initiative is part of a broader national effort to address workforce challenges in the U.S. semiconductor industry, supported by the 2022 CHIPS and Science Act.

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Nebraska court upholds law restoring voting rights for former felons

By West LA Times | Oct 17, 2024

Nebraska's Supreme Court has upheld a law that restores voting rights to individuals who have completed their felony sentences. This decision follows an earlier move by the secretary of state to revoke these rights. The ruling could influence upcoming elections, potentially affecting both presidential and congressional outcomes.

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Growing influence of Latina voters highlighted ahead of U.S. presidential election

By West LA Times | Oct 17, 2024

As the 2024 presidential election nears, a new research brief from the Latina Futures 2050 Lab sheds light on the increasing influence of Latina voters in U.S. politics. Latinas are anticipated to play a crucial role in determining electoral outcomes, particularly in key battleground states.

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UCLA hosts event exploring advances in quantum sensing technology

By West LA Times | Oct 17, 2024

The potential of quantum sensing was the focus of a recent event, where experts discussed the revolutionary capabilities of these devices. The discussion was led by Miguel García-Garibay, senior dean of the UCLA College and dean of physical sciences. Participants included UCLA faculty and members from the California NanoSystems Institute.

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UCLA develops platform mimicking nature to improve T cell therapies

By West LA Times | Oct 16, 2024

A UCLA research team has developed a new platform to enhance T cell-based therapies, offering promising advancements in the fight against cancer. CAR-T cell therapy, which involves modifying a patient's immune cells to target and destroy cancer cells, is already proving effective against blood cancers. However, challenges remain in replicating the natural environment necessary for optimal T cell activation.

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Efforts intensify nationwide for voters with felony convictions

By West LA Times | Oct 15, 2024

As efforts to increase voter turnout intensify across the United States, a group of sociologists, political scientists, and nonprofits are focusing on reaching out to over two million individuals with felony convictions who may not be aware they can legally vote. UCLA sociology professor Naomi Sugie, along with colleagues from UC Irvine, UC Berkeley School of Law, and Stanford University, analyzed voting barriers faced by this population during the November 2022 election. Their findings were published in the October issue of Punishment and Society. This fall, they continue...

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Q&A with UCLA climate expert debunks myths about weather control

By West LA Times | Oct 14, 2024

UCLA climate scientist Daniel Swain will address misconceptions about weather control in a live Q&A session scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, at 3 p.m. PT. The event aims to clarify misunderstandings surrounding the idea of human control over weather patterns, particularly in light of recent hurricanes in the southeast that have fueled such claims.

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UCLA engineers introduce new process aimed at reducing cement industry's carbon footprint

By West LA Times | Oct 14, 2024

Researchers at UCLA have developed a new method to significantly reduce carbon emissions from cement production, a major contributor to global CO2 emissions. The method, named "ZeroCAL" for zero carbon lime, was developed by engineers at UCLA's Institute for Carbon Management. It replaces traditional limestone with calcium hydroxide in the production of lime used in cement.

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San Manuel tribe awards $2.2M grant to UCLA law clinic supporting Native Nations

By West LA Times | Oct 14, 2024

The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians has awarded a $2.2 million grant to the UCLA School of Law's Tribal Legal Development Clinic. This funding will support the clinic's operations for five years, covering expenses such as salaries and program costs. The clinic provides free legal services to Native American tribes and plays a significant role in training future lawyers specializing in Indian law.

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Los Angeles County home prices rose in Q3 2024

By West LA Times | Oct 13, 2024

The median sale price of a home sold in the third quarter of 2024 in Los Angeles County rose by $52,500, while total sales decreased by 77.1%.

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Which former West LA Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 14?

By West LA Times | Oct 13, 2024

These former West LA Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 14.

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West LA Times area weekly mass times

By West LA Times | Oct 12, 2024

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

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Home sales in Los Angeles County in week ending Oct. 5

By West LA Times | Oct 12, 2024

There were 91 reported residential sales in Los Angeles County in the week ending Oct. 5, according to BlockShopper.com.

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UCLA launches new research center focused on curing autoimmune diseases

By West LA Times | Oct 11, 2024

A new Autoimmunity Center of Excellence is set to be established at UCLA, supported by a $3.4 million grant from the National Institutes of Health. The center aims to explore the mechanisms behind autoimmunity and seek potential cures for these disorders.

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UCLA Film & Television Archive reveals diverse fall screening schedule

By West LA Times | Oct 11, 2024

The UCLA Film & Television Archive has announced its fall 2024 lineup, offering a wide range of screenings for film and TV enthusiasts. The season features various genres including science fiction, family films, cult classics, independent cinema, and more.

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UCLA establishes new center honoring Ahmad Gramian with $5 million donation

By West LA Times | Oct 10, 2024

Through a significant $5 million pledge by Haleh Emrani, UCLA is set to establish the Gramian-Emrani Center for Iranian Music within the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music. This new center aims to expand upon the existing Iranian Music Program, which was initially established in 2018 following a gift from the Farhang Foundation.

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UCLA-led study maps DNA modification in developing human brain

By West LA Times | Oct 9, 2024

A UCLA-led study has produced the first map of DNA modification in the human brain, focusing on two regions vital for learning, memory, and emotional regulation. This research offers a benchmark for ensuring stem cell-based models accurately replicate human brain development.

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Immigration ranks second among concerns for Trump supporters in 2024 election

By West LA Times | Oct 9, 2024

A recent study on the 2024 presidential election reveals that immigration ranks as the second most important issue for Trump supporters, with the economy taking the top spot. For Harris supporters, immigration is only the tenth most important concern.

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Chirality affects nuclear spin coupling strength according to new study

By West LA Times | Oct 8, 2024

Researchers from UCLA and several partner institutions have discovered that the handedness, or chirality, of molecules influences the strength of coupling between nuclear spins. This finding challenges previous assumptions that chirality did not affect such couplings. The study involved researchers from Arizona State University, Penn State, MIT, and Technische Universität Dresden.