The majority of atrial fibrillation triggers are lifestyle-related, such as alcohol, caffeine, exercise and lack of sleep.
What makes college students tick?
Eight years ago, we learned students spend half as much time on homework as they did in the '60s. What will we learn this time?
Finding the elusive drinking ‘brake’
New research has uncovered a mechanism that helps us modulate our drinking — when it functions properly.
Female presidents are held to higher standards than males
A new analysis of presidential approval ratings reveals truths about gender biases.
Sloan Foundation taps 19 UC faculty as rising stars in science
UC leads colleges and universities in the number of recipients of this year's distinguished annual award.
How hearing impairment is associated with cognitive decline
The impact of mild hearing loss may be lessened by higher education.
Functional, insulin-producing cells grown in lab
A stem cell breakthrough opens the door to Type 1 diabetes care.
UC Irvine-led study reveals how blood cells help wounds heal scar-free
New insights could lead to better anti-scarring treatments.
Lullabies to help premature infants eat
Researchers work with a family with triplets to study a lullaby device used in the intensive care unit.
16 elements: Berkeley Lab’s contributions to the periodic table
In celebration of the 150th anniversary of the periodic table, a look at how far it’s come and where it’s headed.
How scientists pack butterflies, frogs and sea turtles for the bumpy road
Three scientists explain how they keep threatened species safe on their way to new habitats.
When a sigh is not just a sigh
A brand new audio map of vocal outbursts spans 24 emotions.