Professors swim for science across Tahoe
July 31, 2017
The Women for Water Research team draws attention to the importance of protecting lakes and streams.
Marian Diamond, known for studies of Einstein’s brain, dies at 90
July 31, 2017
Renowned educator and scientist discovered brain plasticity and shared her love of anatomy with millions.
Massive study launched to test personalized approach to breast cancer screening
July 26, 2017
UC Health study aims to resolve ambiguity about the importance of annual mammograms.
The science of sleep: A Q&A with neurology professor Ying-Hui Fu
July 25, 2017
From identifying how your genes want you to sleep to warding off Alzheimer's, learn the latest on shut-eye.
UCLA-led research offers clearest evidence yet of long-sought Majorana particle
July 25, 2017
Finding could provide the vehicle for carrying ‘qubits’ of data in quantum computing.
Did life begin ... on land?
July 19, 2017
A paradigm-shifting hypothesis could reshape our idea about the origin of life.
Fighting balding and unwanted hair growth at the same time
July 18, 2017
Understanding how hair grows in coordination across our bodies may provide the key to controlling it.
Brain circuits that express depression successfully altered
July 18, 2017
Neuroscientists alleviate or reverse social withdrawal and helplessness behavior in a new study.
Does smelling food make you fat?
July 13, 2017
Fatty food made mice double their weight — unless they lacked a sense of smell.
California could get wetter this century
July 6, 2017
An analysis of 38 climate models suggests the state may want to break out its umbrella.