Sensory perception in old age may be linked to cognition, UCSF study shows.
Noninvasive blood test can detect cancer 4 years before conventional diagnosis methods
A new screening method has shown success in detecting five common types of cancers far earlier than current methods.
Coronavirus antibodies fall dramatically in first 3 months after mild cases of COVID-19
UCLA’s findings raise concerns about antibody-based ‘immunity passports’ and the potential for herd immunity.
New survey shows California youth actively engaged in elections, support expanded voting options, worry about pandemic’s impact on elections
The University of California today (July 21) released results from a new survey of California youth that provides insights into their political and civic engagement as the 2020 general election approaches amid COVID-19 challenges.
Ready for a cognitive workout?
Joint UC Riverside-UC Irvine study seeks volunteers to assess memory training.
Scientists achieve first complete assembly of human X chromosome
The first end-to-end, completely gapless DNA sequence of a human chromosome is a major milestone for genomics.
We literally don’t see eye-to-eye
Scientists show our ability to pinpoint the exact location and size of things varies from one person to the next.
1 in 3 young adults may face severe COVID-19, UCSF study shows
The researchers determined ‘medical vulnerability’ by referencing indicators identified by the CDC, including e-cigarette and tobacco use.
The next trend in food: Edible insects?
A lot of people think you should be eating more insects.
Do we know what we want in a romantic partner? Probably no more than a random stranger would
It sounds like the setup for a reality show, but science says it's true: Our stated preferences may not be so meaningful.
UC Riverside discovers first effective treatment for citrus-destroying disease
The disease that has devastated crops in Florida and threatens California may finally be stoppable.
Is the food supply strong enough to weather COVID-19?
Are empty shelves behind us or are there more shortages to come?