UCLA and UCSF doctors fought HIV from its earliest beginnings. Now, they are beginning to speak of a cure.
How UC faced down a global pandemic
A fruit fly walks into a bar ...
Fruit flies have a drinking culture, too — and it may help us understand addiction.
Feeling hormonal? Be glad
From puberty to menopause, women's hormones serve them well, and in ways that run counter to common belief.
Cognitive benefits of 'young blood' linked to brain protein in mice
Infusing old mice with the blood of younger mice leads to brain rejuvenation. UCSF researchers may now have figured out how.
Wearables could catch heart problems that elude your doctor
Smart watches can detect irregular heartbeats with startling accuracy. Can they predict heart disease?
Children affected by prenatal drinking more numerous than previously estimated
Findings suggest rates of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders may be similar to autism spectrum disorders.
Could a protein called klotho block dementia and aging?
Dena Dubal wants to stave off neurodegenerative diseases with a novel approach: blocking aging.
What makes kids with autism less social than their peers?
New research suggests that at least two factors are at play.
Yep, your brain has ‘anxiety’ cells
It's not just your imagination, it's neurology, according to a new study on mice.
Researchers develop a remote-controlled cancer immunotherapy system
The ultrasound-based system can non-invasively control genetic processes to kill cancer cells.
Curcumin improves memory and mood, new study says
Lovers of Indian food, give yourselves a second helping. The compound found in turmeric has new benefits.
Premature baby grows up to be a ‘cuddler’
A unique program gives volunteers like Shea McNanie the opportunity to provide infants vital TLC.