Campus Queries is a series in which Daily Bruin readers and staff present science-related questions for UCLA professors and experts to answer. Q: What are rip currents and why are they important? A: Beachgoers often overlook the hidden danger that is a rip current during their visits to the ocean, potentially resulting in an unpleasant […]
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New NWWNC committee to take on health and homelessness in Westwood
A local neighborhood council established a new committee in early June to provide medical services to the homeless population in Westwood. The North Westwood Neighborhood Council created the Community Health and Homelessness Committee at the first meeting of its newly elected board June 10 to broaden the scope of its predecessor, the Homelessness Committee, and […]
NWWNC councilmembers reflect on council’s achievements in its first term
The North Westwood Neighborhood Council accomplished many of its goals, but members faced challenges from a lack of experience and a shorter-than-usual term. The members of the NWWNC collectively sought to address topics ranging from housing development to promoting businesses and entertainment in Westwood Village, said NWWNC President Michael Skiles. However, the NWWNC dealt with […]
FlyAway to fly away from Westwood after the LAX shuttle suffers low ridership
A bus line between Westwood and Los Angeles International Airport will shut down Sunday due to low ridership over the past several years. The FlyAway shuttle transported passengers from the intersection of Gayley Avenue and Strathmore Drive to and from various terminals at LAX for $10 each way. An independent study conducted to determine reasons […]
Ford Foundation grants UCLA $1.5M to support immigrant youth and workers
UCLA received $1.5 million to help disadvantaged populations such as undocumented workers and children of immigrant families. The Ford Foundation awarded the grant to UCLA, a university press release announced Thursday. The foundation will endow one $750,000 grant to the UCLA Labor Center – part of the UCLA College’s Institute for Research on Labor and […]
Researchers find 25 genes linked to increased risk of ovarian cancer development
UCLA researchers identified specific genes associated with an increased risk of developing ovarian cancer. Researchers from UCLA’s Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center, Cedars-Sinai Cancer and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute identified 25 genes associated with higher chances of developing ovarian cancer. The team published its findings May 1 in the journal Nature Genetics. Bogdan Pasaniuc, an author on […]
Community improvement projects to beautify neglected streets of Westwood
Westwood residents will soon enjoy flowers and cleaner sidewalks on a stretch of Westwood Boulevard. The North Westwood Neighborhood Council approved $4,000 in funding for two Westwood Boulevard beautification projects at a meeting May 8. The Los Angeles Conservation Corps, a nonprofit organization, will be conducting the improvements. The Los Angeles City Council approved the […]