Tatsuo Itoh began his research without realizing the profit he could be making for UCLA. In 2001, the UCLA professor of electrical engineering began to develop new metamaterial structures, which allow for smaller electronic components in products. Read more...
A Closer Look, News
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November 24, 1:30 am
Further licensing of intellectual property demonstrates potential for profit
Campus, News
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November 24, 1:26 am
Coming together for Thanksgiving
NEWS BRIEF: Former foster youth find fellowship through Thanksgiving food
November 24, 2010 -Thanksgiving was celebrated a little early for former foster youth at UCLA and the faculty and parents who support them. Through food and fellowship they foster a strong sense of family, one without biological ties. [2:38]
"NEWS BRIEF: Former foster youth find fellowship through Thanksgiving food"Five years ago, Ashley Williams came home to find all of her belongings sitting on the front porch "“ her foster mother's way of telling Williams she had to move out. Read more...
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UCLA current and former foster youths ate Thanksgiving dinner together on Monday night. The second annual event, hosted by Bruin Guardian Scholars, brought students together with faculty and parent volunteers, among others.
Crime, News
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November 24, 1:24 am
Professor receives threatening package
Animal rights activists claimed responsibility for sending a package with razor blades and a threatening letter to a UCLA neuroscientist who conducts animal research. Read more...
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Professor David Jentsch received a package this month containing razor blades.
A Closer Look, News
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November 24, 1:11 am
Chancellor Gene Block targets five areas for long-term improvement to make UCLA more financially self-sufficient
Even before the UC Board of Regents proposed an 8 percent fee increase, UCLA was considering ways to make the university more financially self-sufficient. Read more...
News, Science & Health
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November 24, 1:11 am
Researchers discover reasons for organ rejection
For patients whose organs have failed, an organ transplant often means another shot at a healthy life. Read more...
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In this vasculopathic heart vessel, interaction between two specific molecules narrows blood vessels, causing a reduction of oxygen flow.
UCLA DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY
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November 24, 1:06 am
Students discuss summer in China
Shirley Sui has a new favorite food: Peking duck.
This summer, the fourth-year neuroscience student spent 10 weeks conducting research, perfecting her Chinese and tasting foreign delicacies at Peking University in Beijing. Read more...
News
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November 24, 1:03 am
Travelers should expect heightened airport security
As Thanksgiving approaches, thousands of UCLA students will venture to airports to return home for the holiday. Before passengers can board their planes, they will have to pass through newly increased levels of airport security. The most noticeable security change that travelers can expect is the recent implementation of advanced imaging technology, or full-body scanners, which are being used in addition to normal security procedures, such as metal detectors. Read more...