UC Office of the President |
A prescription for increasing diversity
UC medical schools make progress in attracting underrepresented minority students.
UCLA |
Why some get pimples, others don't
Two strains of acne bacteria are linked to pimples, while another's linked to healthy skin.
UC Office of the President |
Proof of Concept grants
Proof of Concept grants move research to market.
UC Office of the President |
New breast cancer screening strategies
With the help of donations from state tax filers, the California Breast Cancer Research Program funds innovative research. Studies have led to simple tests that guide treatment by distinguishing non-invasive forms of the cancer from aggressive types.
UC Office of the President |
Developing lung cancer lab tests
UC researchers are developing tests to detect lunch cancer in its early and treatable stages.
UCLA |
Possible cure for the common hangover
Pill mimics the action of the human liver, helping speed up the elimination of alcohol from the body.
UC Office of the President |
Screening smokers for lung cancer
State tax filers can help fund cancer research, including studies to screen underserved smokers for lung cancer.
UC Irvine |
Virus detective tracks cure for common cold
Virus detective tracks cure for common cold by seeking a way to stop viruses from replicating.
UCLA |
Social media may prove useful in prevention of HIV, STDs
Researchers found that gay and bisexual black and Latino men voluntarily used health-related Facebook groups.
UC Santa Barbara |
Study of friction reveals clues about arthritis
Results may make improved diagnosis and treatment, and possible prevention, possible.
UC San Francisco |
Call to protect patients from high-risk medical devices
Commentary sheds light on FDA approval process for untested implantable body parts.
UCLA |
Tests on Ariel Sharon reveal brain activity
UCLA neuroscientist, colleagues found subtle signs of consciousness in former Israeli prime minister, who has been in a vegetative state for years.