UCLA scientists have identified a neurochemical mechanism in mice that is involved in helping them overcome fear. The researchers conducted a study on mice, by conditioning them to fear an audio tone. Read more...
Science & Health
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October 27, 9:00 pm
UCLA scientists’ findings on mice may help humans overcome phobias
Science & Health
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October 27, 9:00 pm
Guatemalan twins delay trip back home
Formerly conjoined twins Maria de Jesus and Maria Teresa had their expected trip home delayed because of “wound-care issues,” according to hospital officials. The girls were expected to fly home to Guatemala this week, but doctors at Mattel Children’s Hospital are keeping Maria de Jesus hospitalized to allow more time to recover from surgery to clean and close her scalp incisions. Read more...
News
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October 27, 9:00 pm
Rabbis discuss Jewish education at forum
Three rabbis from different areas of Judaism discussed the decline in Judaism and the importance of Jewish education during a discussion Thursday at Hillel. The forum was held in honor of the opening of the new Yitzhak Rabin Hillel Center and in recognition of Rabbi David Ellenson’s appointment as President of Hebrew Union College. Read more...
News
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October 27, 9:00 pm
Carnesale tackles student issues in press conference
In addition to taking a stance against the Racial Privacy Initiative, Chancellor Albert Carnesale discussed budget concerns, enrollment surges, the unit structure of classes, admissions policies and the semester versus quarter debate in a press conference with the Daily Bruin Friday. Read more...
Crime, News
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October 27, 9:00 pm
Homecoming draws out Bruin spirit, pride
Any perception that Bruins don’t have pride in their school was erased this weekend. After a six-year hiatus, a sizable crowd of present and former Bruins converged on Le Conte Avenue early this weekend to watch UCLA’s homecoming parade. Read more...
News
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October 27, 9:00 pm
ASUCLA workers win social security dispute
Three Associated Students of UCLA workers who were on the brink of losing their jobs Sunday will remain with the association, according to a statement from the union that represents them. Read more...
News
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October 27, 9:00 pm
Chancellor criticizes Racial Privacy Initiative
Another university leader has joined in an academic consensus against the current version of an initiative that could hamper outreach efforts and curb social science research ““ UCLA Chancellor Albert Carnesale. Read more...