UC Irvine |

Why are we so afraid to leave children alone?

New research suggests social pressure exaggerates our fears about unsupervised children.

UC Santa Barbara |

A guardian of global rights

The International Studies Association recognizes professor Alison Brysk’s accomplishments as a scholar and mentor.

UC Newsroom |

Why sharks need a new soundtrack

Scary sharks may be box-office hits, but a study shows ominous music could be harming conservation efforts.

UC Santa Barbara |

Baby food for thought

You better eat your peas — what your baby wants on the menu is informed by you.

UC Berkeley |

The psychology behind the tiny house movement

How these buildings reflect their dwellers' values, and why they've taken off.

American Psychological Association |

What no one ever told you about people who are single is...

A UC Santa Barbara psychologist reveals the science behind a fulfilling single life.

UC Merced via The Conversation |

Latinos face digital divide in health care

Internet access and education are essential for an equitable health care system, writes UC Merced professor.

UC Santa Barbara |

Study: Believe it or not, humans are kind

Humans have evolved to be far more cooperative than other animals. These scientists investigate how and why.

UC Santa Barbara |

Study: Believe it or not, humans are kind

Humans have evolved to be far more cooperative than other animals. These scientists investigate how and why.

UCLA |

UCLA reports 1.4 million US adults identify as transgender

New survey finds population doubled from estimates a decade ago.

UC Riverside |

Most college students ignore cheating opportunities, UC Riverside study finds

Digital textbook responses reveal studying for the sake of learning is the norm.

UC Riverside |

New report points to racial disparities in political participation in California

Latinos and Asian Americans are the most adversely affected, UC Riverside assessment finds.