Embryonic stem cells, reprogrammed skin cells have inherent differences

UCLA researchers have found that embryonic stem cells and skin cells reprogrammed into embryonic-like cells have inherent molecular differences, demonstrating for the first time that the two cell types are clearly distinguishable from one another.

UCLA collaboration identifies immune system link to schizophrenia

Following on their earlier work, researchers at UCLA and colleagues from around the world have, for the first time, identified additional genes that confirm the immune system may play a role in the development of schizophrenia.

UCLA withdraws its appeal in campus lab death investigation

UCLA has withdrawn its limited appeal of the California Division of Occupational Safety & Health (Cal/OSHA) report dealing with that agency’s investigation into a December 29, 2008, laboratory accident and subsequent death of staff research associate Sheharbano (Sheri) Shangji.

UCLA faculty experts advisory: GM-Toyota joint venture at risk

UCLA professor Wellford W. Wilms authored a book that includes a study of the New United Motor Manufacturing Inc. joint venture between General Motors and Toyota

Provost to talk budget on local public radio program

Weekend flood reshuffles summer class locations in most of Dodd Hall

More than a dozen summer classes were relocated after a pipe burst in Dodd Hall over the weekend, flooding the first and second floors of the building.

Conversing helps language development more than reading alone

Adult-child conversations have a more significant impact on language development than exposing children to language through one-on-one reading alone, according to a new study in the July issue of Pediatrics, the journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Campus returns to normal following interest in Jackson’s death

A day after hundreds of mourners and news crews swarmed outside Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center to memorialize Michael Jackson's death, the area in front of the center was scattered with traces of their presence.

Statement on the death of Michael Jackson at UCLA Medical Center

The legendary King of Pop, Michael Jackson, passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2009, at 2:26 p.m. The cause of his death is unknown until results of the autopsy are known.

UCLA faculty experts advisory: Michael Jackson's death and legacy

Michael Jackson was an icon of music and popular culture. His death has triggered an intense global response as well as legal questions about the future of his family and estate. UCLA faculty members with expertise in several disciplines...