This post was updated Oct. 18 at 12:12 a.m.
UCLA researchers have found a gene that may have implications for treating blood-related genetic diseases and cancers.

The UCLA Institute for Technology, Law & Policy hosted investment firm executive Frank McCourt to discuss his new book on reconstructing the internet to give people ownership over their data.

In the second episode of this miniseries, Professor Jocelyn Meza joins Podcasts contributor Danielle Cho to discuss her research and beliefs regarding youth-serving health care.

Danielle Cho: In this interview, I talked with Professor Jocelyn Meza, an assistant professor in residence at the Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at UCLA in the David Geffen School of Medicine, and also a licensed psychologist.

UCLA has long been a leader in healthcare innovation. In this miniseries, Daily Bruin Podcasts explores initiatives at UCLA clinics aimed at creating a more effective and equitable health care system.

UCLA researchers have found that the metabolism of certain lipids is linked to chronic inflammation in the intestines.
The study identified a specific type of lipid – very long chain ceramide – as inflammatory.

The UCLA Center for the Developing Adolescent is bridging neuroscience and policy with a new online tool.
The STEPS for Youth tool – which stands for Science to Enhance Policy Success for Youth – seeks to explain the science of adolescence in an accessible manner for policymakers and practitioners, said Andrew Fuligni, the center’s co-executive director.

Two candidates for the Undergraduate Students Association Council Student Wellness commissioner attended a debate Thursday.
The Elections Board and the Daily Bruin co-hosted a series of debates between candidates in the upcoming USAC election.

Kristen Torres Pawling was the recipient of UCLA’s Young Alumnus of the Year award in 2022 and currently serves as the Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy and Planning for LA City Council district 5.

Jasper Kok, a professor of atmospheric and oceanic sciences, sat down with the Daily Bruin to discuss his work on aerosols, particularly dust and dust storms, and how they manifest in climate patterns.