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New initiative aims to transform vacant land into affordable starter homes

UCLA’s cityLAB, the City of Los Angeles, and LA4LA have introduced a new initiative titled “Small Lots, Big Impacts.” This program invites proposals for innovative housing designs on small, city-owned lots.

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UCLA hosts panel on LA wildfire recovery featuring elected officials

Elected officials, community leaders, and policy experts convened on March 20 to address wildfire recovery challenges in Los Angeles.

UCLA-led team develops advanced sensor platform for real-time metabolite monitoring

A team led by UCLA has developed a sensor platform capable of measuring metabolites in real-time within the body.

New insights into planet formation reveal unexpected atmospheric mixtures

Recent computational experiments conducted by scientists from UCLA and Princeton have revealed new insights into the atmospheric composition of young planets.

UCLA partners with USC on post-fire recovery roadmap

By West LA Times | Mar 25, 2025

The UCLA Ziman Center for Real Estate, the USC Lusk Center for Real Estate, and the Urban Land Institute Los Angeles have collaborated to produce a comprehensive plan to guide rebuilding efforts in Los Angeles following January's wildfires.

UCLA identifies potential stroke recovery drug improving brain connections

By West LA Times | Mar 20, 2025

UCLA Health researchers have made a significant discovery in stroke rehabilitation by identifying the first drug that replicates the effects of physical rehabilitation in mice.

Latinx Success Center opens at UCLA aiming for Hispanic-Serving Institution status

By West LA Times | Mar 20, 2025

The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is set to open the Latinx Success Center on Cesar Chavez Day.

Study supports shorter radiation regimen for early-stage prostate cancer

By West LA Times | Mar 18, 2025

A recent study co-led by UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers indicates that a shorter, standard-dose course of radiation treatment is as effective as conventional radiotherapy for prostate cancer.

Climate expert to discuss drought and fire outlook for Southwest

By West LA Times | Mar 18, 2025

Updates on the forecast for wildfires, droughts, and precipitation in California and the greater Southwest will be provided by UCLA and UC ANR climate scientist Daniel Swain.

UCLA engineers support wildfire recovery efforts across Southern California

By West LA Times | Mar 13, 2025

In the wake of the January wildfires that swept through Southern California, particularly affecting Altadena and Pacific Palisades, UCLA's Samueli School of Engineering has been actively involved in recovery efforts.

Accidental discovery leads to new insights into chemical pattern formation

By West LA Times | Mar 13, 2025

Curiosity about an accidental discovery has led to significant advancements in the study of chemical pattern formation.

UCLA Library announces grant awards for nine contemporary music projects

By West LA Times | Mar 12, 2025

The UCLA Library has announced the recipients of the 2025 Hugo and Christine Davise Fund for Contemporary Music grants.

UCLA Dentistry receives $4.2M grant for clinic expansion

By West LA Times | Mar 11, 2025

The UCLA School of Dentistry's Special Patient Care Clinic has secured a $4.2 million grant from the state of California to significantly expand its operations.

UCLA Film & Television Archive announces spring lineup honoring cinema history

The UCLA Film & Television Archive is set to present a diverse lineup of screenings and events this spring, featuring both classic and contemporary works.

Celine Parreñas Shimizu named dean of UCLA School of Theater Film & Television

Award-winning filmmaker and scholar Celine Parreñas Shimizu has been appointed as the new dean of UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television.

UCLA receives $20M from Brandman Foundation for new lung health center

UCLA Health has announced a significant donation from the Saul and Joyce Brandman Foundation, amounting to $20 million.

Daniel Swain warns of risks from cuts to national weather services

A significant discussion on the importance of climate and weather science is set to take place as UCLA and UC ANR climate scientist Daniel Swain prepares to participate in the nationwide Stand Up For Science rallies.

UCLA Anderson Forecast warns of uncertainties under new administration's economic agenda

By West LA Times | Mar 5, 2025

The UCLA Anderson Forecast has released its latest economic outlook, highlighting increased uncertainties as the new administration under President Donald Trump begins to implement its economic policies.