UC San Francisco |

Viewing dentistry in a new light

A new technology uses near-infrared light to better detect cavities without the radiation of X-rays. It's just one of several innovations that could soon change your dental chair experience.

Lawrence Berkeley Lab |

Recently identified molecule could lead to new tendon repair

Scientists study cell-density signaling complex linked to collagen production.
UC San Diego |

Parents rank their obese children as 'very healthy'

UC San Diego-led study suggests that parents often do not recognize the potential health consequences of weight gain
UCLA |

Low-income students in high-performing schools less likely to engage in risky behaviors

A new UCLA-led study suggests that a higher quality educational environment may help improve health outcomes.
UC Santa Barbara |

This is your brain on drugs

With a $1 million award from the Keck Foundation, scientists at UC Santa Barbara will research who could be more vulnerable to addiction.
Berkeley Wellness |

How posture and gestures affect state of mind

Most are aware of the mind-body connection — how mental processes can affect a person's physical state. But what about the reverse? Berkeley Wellness reports on how body position, even facial expressions may influence how we think, feel and behave.
UC Newsroom |

UC hospitals rank among the nation's best

UC has two of the nation's top 10 hospitals and all five of its medical centers rank among the nation's best hospitals, according to U.S. News & World Report.
UC San Diego |

Acute glaucoma found to be an inflammatory disease

Acute form of the eye disease accounts for almost half of all cases of glaucoma in parts of Asia.
Washington Post |

Sleep disorders may raise risk of Alzheimer’s

Sleep disturbances such as apnea may increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, while moderate exercise in middle age and mentally stimulating games may prevent onset, according to new research from UCSF.
UCLA |

Putting the brakes on concussion

Former Bruin, NFL players talk about their head injuries at event to educate parents, coaches and doctors on how to protect young football players.
UC San Diego |

Marine bacteria are natural source of chemical fire retardants

Some natural compounds closely mimic toxic man-made chemicals that disrupt human hormones.
UC Davis |

Home cooks engage in risky food practices

Undercooked chicken and unwashed hands are among the unsafe practices common in American kitchens.