UC Riverside |

Are we stuck with COVID-19 forever?

Experts weigh in on whether COVID-19 is here to stay.

UC San Diego |

Could gene therapy halt the progression of Alzheimer’s disease? A first-in-human clinical trial will seek answers

Earlier animal studies suggest the restorative gene treatment may slow, prevent or reverse progression of the disorder.

UCSF |

Is this one protein responsible for weight gain?

Diminishing a single protein in a set of mice caused them to gain only half the weight of other mice, even on a high-fat diet.

UCLA |

Q&A: David Paige on the Feb. 18 Mars Perseverance landing

The UCLA planetary scientist is deputy principal investigator for one of the NASA rover’s experiments.

UC Berkeley |

6 ways to manage coronavirus depression

Knowing what depression looks like and how to manage it can help prevent you from slipping into dark moods.

UC San Diego |

New skin patch brings us closer to wearable, all-in-one health monitor

The tool could be a boon to people who need to monitor underlying conditions, like diabetes or high blood pressure.

UC Riverside |

Partners help us feel more connected during pandemic

But a pair of UC Riverside studies finds that kids and pets don't offset isolation from social distancing, nor do video chats.

UC San Diego |

UC San Diego and San Diego County test COVID-19 early alert system in schools

A new pilot program uses wastewater and surface monitoring to detect the presence of SARS-CoV-2 in TK-8 schools and child care centers.

UC Santa Barbara |

Humanity’s best friend, even in a pandemic

Dogs’ highly evolved noses can rapidly detect the SARS-CoV-2 virus, research finds.

UCLA |

Evidence mounts that eco-friendly wine tastes better

Certified organic French wines rated higher by experts, UCLA-led study finds.

UC Newsroom |

Spoiler alert: spoilers make you enjoy stories more

Did someone spoil the next episode of "Game of Thrones"? They might have done you a favor.

UC Newsroom |

Making the ultimate mosquito repellent

How getting to know a mosquito’s nose helped researchers sniff out better bug sprays.