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UCLA chemists develop advanced plastic-based supercapacitor technology

A team of chemists at UCLA has developed a new form of the conductive plastic PEDOT, creating a textured, fur-like film that could revolutionize energy storage.

By West LA Times | Jan 21, 2025

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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).

By West LA Times | Jan 21, 2025

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UCLA's online engineering master's retains top spot for third consecutive year

By West LA Times | Jan 20, 2025

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

By West LA Times | Jan 15, 2025

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

By West LA Times | Jan 15, 2025

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

By West LA Times | Jan 15, 2025

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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Wildfires disproportionately affect Latinos and underserved communities in Los Angeles

By West LA Times | Jan 13, 2025

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

By West LA Times | Jan 9, 2025

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

By West LA Times | Jan 9, 2025

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

By West LA Times | Jan 8, 2025

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

By West LA Times | Jan 8, 2025

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

By West LA Times | Jan 7, 2025

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

By West LA Times | Dec 20, 2024

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

By West LA Times | Dec 19, 2024

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

By West LA Times | Dec 18, 2024

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

By West LA Times | Dec 13, 2024

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

By West LA Times | Dec 11, 2024

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

By West LA Times | Dec 11, 2024

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

By West LA Times | Dec 10, 2024

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

By West LA Times | Dec 10, 2024

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.