UCLA |
Study may show way to predict autism or psychosis in children with genetic disorder
UCLA-led research may help lead to earlier, more targeted intervention for people with DiGeorge syndrome.
UC San Francisco |
Blood cell research turns personal
When Min Cho started researching protein translational mechanisms in blood cancers, it was just an abstract concept. His perspective changed when he was diagnosed with a rare blood disease.
UCLA |
First successful heart transplant after using experimental artificial organ
Device is designed for use by smaller patients, buying time until a donor heart can be found.
UCLA |
Stem cell gene therapy holds promise for eliminating HIV infection
Method modifies immune cells to attack the virus and could be used to treat other diseases.
UCLA |
Turning the tables on cancer
A new class of immunotherapies is enlisting the body's own immune system to fight cancer.
UC San Francisco |
Science interrupted
Young investigators must sideline science to compete for scarce funding.
UC San Diego |
Common antibiotic kills many multidrug-resistant bacteria
Azithromycin — commonly used to treat strep throat and sinusitis — is now thought to be effective against 'superbugs.'
UCLA |
Researchers find molecular rules that govern autoimmune disorders
Discovery could lead to better treatment and control of lupus, psoriasis and other ailments.
UC San Francisco |
Zinc may contribute to kidney stones
New research points to levels of the mineral as a culprit behind the painful urinary condition.
UC San Diego |
Software reads kids’ expressions to measure pain
Software reads children’s facial expressions to gauge their level of pain.
UC San Francisco |
UCSF launches healthy beverage initiative
Health sciences campus — which has done considerable research on the dangers of sugar — will focus sales on zero-calorie and nutritious drinks.
UC Newsroom |
President bestows awards for student leadership
Honors go to a Ph.D. candidate at UC San Diego and UC Riverside students operating a free health clinic.