An extensive report recently released by the UCLA World Policy Analysis Center presents suggestions to improve the futures of children worldwide. The center, which opened in January, published its inaugural report earlier this month, called “Changing Children’s Chances.” The report examines data from all 193 countries in the United Nations. It was co-written by Dr. […]
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Bill proposes earthquake early warning system
A California lawmaker recently proposed creating a statewide earthquake early-warning system to help prevent widespread damage to both people and property, and to alleviate the fiscal impact of future earthquakes on the state.
Rule change opens post-graduation paths for female students
Women in the military can now officially serve in combat under a new policy – a move some members of the UCLA community say could help level the playing field and create more equitable opportunities for female personnel in the U.S. Armed Forces.
UCLA professor uses technology to study HIV
Pamela Gorbach, who specializes in behavioral epidemiology, has travelled to nine countries to research the ways in which human actions influence bodily infection and to improve treatment for infections.
Starbucks goes green with plastic cups
Starbucks Corp. coffee chain recently introduced a new $1 plastic reusable cup for customers as part of an effort to follow a growing trend of sustainable consumerism, which has also been echoed near UCLA and in its campus coffee shops.
UCLA’s first ‘Test Tube’ baby to have own child
Almost three decades ago, Greta Woodka Timbrell was the first “test tube” baby born at UCLA Medical Center. Now, she is having a baby of her own ““ naturally.
Hurricane Sandy has broad effects
The hurricane caused property damage, displaced local residents and left millions without electricity in New York, New Jersey and several surrounding states.