Study identifies a new way by which the human brain marks time
January 17, 2019
With a little help from HBO's “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” scientists learn more about how we process the flow of time.
Sugar’s sick secrets: How industry forces have manipulated science to downplay the harm
January 10, 2019
The sugar industry has driven decades of biased research that shirk sugar's responsibility for chronic disease.
Can our forests survive the next drought?
January 9, 2019
Researchers try to discover how many dry years plants can survive.
UC’s most buzzworthy research of 2018
December 20, 2018
A looming beer shortage, the gender paradox and consumer products dominated the conversation this year.
Prenatal exposure to chemicals in personal care products may speed puberty in girls
December 5, 2018
Early onset puberty has been linked with an increased risk of mental illness and cancer.
Brain signature of depressed mood unveiled in new study
November 29, 2018
Direct recordings of the brain link memory, emotion and anxiety during low moods.
Tiny desk, huge accomplishments – and his own bed
November 28, 2018
Undergrad Alejandro Quiñones is the first in his family to go to college — but already has his first author credit under his belt.
UCLA cell study reveals how head injuries lead to serious brain diseases
November 28, 2018
The first cell “atlas” of a hippocampus affected by traumatic brain injury is made.
How to make the best pie ever using science
November 21, 2018
What's going on in Grandma's recipe at a molecular level.
Cuddling is good for babies — and you, too
November 14, 2018
Touch boosts the health of premature babies. For those doing the cuddling, the personal rewards are also boundless.