Biochemist noted for discovering CRISPR DNA-editing technique discusses the initiative at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
UC Davis graduate develops new breast cancer test
Alumna and breast cancer survivor Angela Courtney has developed a simple urine test she hopes will help women around the world.
Finding an answer to why some develop Alzheimer’s — and others don’t
First-of-its-kind UCLA nursing school study examines synapses to better understand progression of the disease.
Online bullying: Why don't people intervene?
People on social media are often unsupportive of cyberbullying victims who share highly personal feelings, UCLA psychologists report.
E-cigarettes, as used, aren’t helping smokers quit, study shows
New analysis by UC San Francisco finds that “vapers” are 28 percent less likely to stop smoking.
Discrimination can be harmful to your mental health
UCLA experts view mental health status of victims as a public health concern.
UCLA researchers make progress toward healing scarred hearts
Findings suggest stem cells may one day be used to regenerate damaged tissue after heart attack.
Sue and Bill Gross commit $40 million to establish nursing school at UC Irvine
Largest single gift ever to campus will help address critical health care needs.
Cannabis-based drug reduces seizures in children with treatment resistant epilepsy
First study to examine the safety and efficacy of cannabidiol for children
Poor health: when poverty becomes disease
UCSF doctors and researchers address the impact of poverty on health in research and practice.
Sounding the alarm on a future epidemic: Alzheimer's disease
UCLA biostatistics team forecasts prevalence of the disease under different circumstances
Put the cellphone away! Fragmented baby care can affect brain development
UC Irvine study shows link between maternal infant-rearing and adolescent depression.