Is peptide a key to happiness? UCLA March 7, 2013 Hypocretin, a peptide neurotransmitter increased during positive experiences, could be instrumental in battling depression.
Professors collaborate on ‘New Orleans Suite’ UC Santa Cruz March 6, 2013 New book explores the changing cultural scene in the iconic city since Hurricane Katrina.
Lake Tahoe water clarity the best in 10 years UC Davis February 27, 2013 Winter clarity of the aquatic jewel surpasses 75 feet; summer clarity shows progress, but work still needed.
Secrets of human speech uncovered UC San Francisco February 20, 2013 The brain works like a symphony, controlling the vocal tract during the act of speaking.
Possible cure for the common hangover UCLA February 19, 2013 Pill mimics the action of the human liver, helping speed up the elimination of alcohol from the body.
Love is in the lab UC Office of the President February 14, 2013 Valentine's Day comes just once a year, but love is in the air year-round on our campuses. Research on the psychological and physical aspects of l'amour is no mere flirtation.Take the work of UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center.
Human cost of climate change UC Berkeley February 11, 2013 Law prof's new book predicts a grim future for billions of people in this century.
Social media may prove useful in prevention of HIV, STDs UCLA February 7, 2013 Researchers found that gay and bisexual black and Latino men voluntarily used health-related Facebook groups.
Obese shoppers get customer service with negative vibe UCLA Today February 7, 2013 Biases against overweight people emerge in shopping situations.
Music legends share life lessons in class UCLA Today January 30, 2013 Quincy Jones, Lionel Richie among luminaries sharing tales in a new class aimed at future industry insiders.
