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.
Ancient pigment can boost energy efficiency
October 19, 2018
A color developed by Egyptians thousands of years ago can boost energy efficiency by cooling rooftops and walls.
Smartphone, M.D.
October 4, 2018
A new app developed by UC Santa Barbara researchers enables a smartphone to ID bacteria in just one hour.
More than skin deep: How environment, diet and social experiences affect health
September 17, 2018
UC scientists dive into the ambient factors contributing to health crises like obesity and Type 2 diabetes.
Cracking the sugar code: Why the ‘glycome’ is the next big thing in health and medicine
September 6, 2018
The long sugar chains covering our cells could provide answers to cancer, aging and autoimmune diseases.
Is plastic making us fat?
August 23, 2018
When it comes to the obesity epidemic, plastics are fuel for the fire.