As the first state to ban the use of trans fats in restaurants, California will now prohibit eateries from using this notoriously unhealthy ingredient. Read more...
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January 3, 11:47 pm
Alumna makes art with plastic and works to end pollution
Almost 20 years ago, artist and UCLA alumna Dianna Cohen gave up the conventional artist's tools, and began to work with a material taken for granted by most: trash. Read more...
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December 6, 10:46 pm
UCLA professionals question spot reduction; healthy diet and exercise are effective
If you are hoping crunches will help you shed holiday season-induced body fat, chances are you're out of luck. Read more...
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November 29, 11:11 pm
New radiation treatment saves cancer-stricken rhinoceros
Leah Greer was running out of options. Read more...
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November 29, 11:04 pm
Toy drive helps Mattel Children’s Hospital UCLA’s patients
Penny Gorman is a 2-year-odd patient at Mattel Children's Hospital UCLA who has been awaiting a heart transplant since August. Read more...
Photo: Courtesy of JINA GORMAN The family of Penny Gorman, a patient at the Mattel Children’s Hospital, may not be able to afford Christmas gifts because of medical and other costs.
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November 29, 10:59 pm
UCLA-developed LUCAS sets new standard in microscopy
Meet LUCAS. It's in the running for the title of "world's smallest microscope." Read more...
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November 29, 10:58 pm
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance at UCLA workshop to teach students about tax processes
In the midst of this economic crisis, many students are unaware of the benefits that can come from filing taxes and are instead scrambling to save their money. Read more...