UCLA |

Study may show way to predict autism or psychosis in children with genetic disorder

UCLA-led research may help lead to earlier, more targeted intervention for people with DiGeorge syndrome.
UC San Francisco |

Blood cell research turns personal

When Min Cho started researching protein translational mechanisms in blood cancers, it was just an abstract concept. His perspective changed when he was diagnosed with a rare blood disease.
UCLA |

First successful heart transplant after using experimental artificial organ

Device is designed for use by smaller patients, buying time until a donor heart can be found.
UCLA |

Stem cell gene therapy holds promise for eliminating HIV infection

Method modifies immune cells to attack the virus and could be used to treat other diseases.
UCLA |

Turning the tables on cancer

A new class of immunotherapies is enlisting the body's own immune system to fight cancer.

UC San Francisco |

Science interrupted

Young investigators must sideline science to compete for scarce funding.
UC San Diego |

Common antibiotic kills many multidrug-resistant bacteria

Azithromycin — commonly used to treat strep throat and sinusitis — is now thought to be effective against 'superbugs.'
UCLA |

Researchers find molecular rules that govern autoimmune disorders

Discovery could lead to better treatment and control of lupus, psoriasis and other ailments.
UC San Francisco |

Zinc may contribute to kidney stones

New research points to levels of the mineral as a culprit behind the painful urinary condition.
UC San Diego |

Software reads kids’ expressions to measure pain

Software reads children’s facial expressions to gauge their level of pain.
UC San Francisco |

UCSF launches healthy beverage initiative

Health sciences campus — which has done considerable research on the dangers of sugar — will focus sales on zero-calorie and nutritious drinks.
UC Newsroom |

President bestows awards for student leadership

Honors go to a Ph.D. candidate at UC San Diego and UC Riverside students operating a free health clinic.