UCLA |
Geffen's $100M gift for medical students
Donation will fully fund costs for select students; with previous gift, it makes David Geffen the largest individual donor in the history of UCLA.
UCLA |
Drug combo better at preventing HIV transmission
A two- or three-drug combination given to infants of HIV-positive mothers within 48 hours of birth cut infection rates to half of what was achieved with AZT alone.
UC San Francisco |
Researchers identify potential HIV vaccine target
Study of simian immunodeficiency virus yields insight into varied reaction to virus in humans.
University of California |
Heading into zero gravity
UC San Diego students are in Houston, on a NASA plane, this week to investigate what happens in the heads of astronauts during weightlessness. They are part of NASA's Microgravity University, which offers selected students a rare chance to do research in near-zero gravity.
UC Davis |
Better safe than sorry: a focus on food
The story of a family caught in the deadly 2006 E. coli outbreak in spinach prefaces how UC Davis and the fresh-produce industry have partnered to prevent future outbreaks, and to enhance the safety, quality and taste of the food supply.
UCTV |
Diabetes Doesn’t Slow Me Down
Diabetes doesn't have to get in the way of exercise and sports. In fact, sports is a great way to learn how to manage your diabetes by becoming in tune with your body.
UC Office of the President |
Boosting California's olive growth
The UC Davis Olive Center seeks to do for olives what the campus did for wine.
UC SF Public Affairs |
Students vaccinate against hepatitis B
The San Francisco Hepatitis B Collaborative offers free screenings for Hepatitis B (Hep B) and low cost vaccinations for community members every other Saturday at the Chinatown Public Health Clinic.
UC Office of the President |
Washing out tooth decay
Mouthwash developed by a UCLA microbiologist carries the first anti-cavity drug since fluoride.
UCTV |
Social expectations vs. women's health
Dr. Louann Brizendine, an expert in women's moods and hormones, explores the societal pressures that women face.