UCLA scientists have identified a neurochemical mechanism in mice that is involved in helping them overcome fear. The researchers conducted a study on mice, by conditioning them to fear an audio tone. Read more...
Science & Health
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October 27, 9:00 pm
UCLA scientists’ findings on mice may help humans overcome phobias
Science & Health
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October 27, 9:00 pm
Guatemalan twins delay trip back home
Formerly conjoined twins Maria de Jesus and Maria Teresa had their expected trip home delayed because of “wound-care issues,” according to hospital officials. The girls were expected to fly home to Guatemala this week, but doctors at Mattel Children’s Hospital are keeping Maria de Jesus hospitalized to allow more time to recover from surgery to clean and close her scalp incisions. Read more...
News
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October 27, 9:00 pm
Rabbis discuss Jewish education at forum
Three rabbis from different areas of Judaism discussed the decline in Judaism and the importance of Jewish education during a discussion Thursday at Hillel. The forum was held in honor of the opening of the new Yitzhak Rabin Hillel Center and in recognition of Rabbi David Ellenson’s appointment as President of Hebrew Union College. Read more...
News
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October 27, 9:00 pm
Carnesale tackles student issues in press conference
In addition to taking a stance against the Racial Privacy Initiative, Chancellor Albert Carnesale discussed budget concerns, enrollment surges, the unit structure of classes, admissions policies and the semester versus quarter debate in a press conference with the Daily Bruin Friday. Read more...
Crime, News
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October 27, 9:00 pm
Homecoming draws out Bruin spirit, pride
Any perception that Bruins don’t have pride in their school was erased this weekend. After a six-year hiatus, a sizable crowd of present and former Bruins converged on Le Conte Avenue early this weekend to watch UCLA’s homecoming parade. Read more...
News
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October 24, 9:00 pm
UC works on dealing with possible cuts
The University of California is expecting further cuts in its state budget for the year, and faculty leaders at UCLA are working on a battle plan to handle their share. Read more...
News
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October 24, 9:00 pm
Video-game inspired films leave audiences thirsty for plots
Do movies make good video games and vice versa? That is the question that has irked both game and movie makers for years. Generally, it turns out that movies translate well into games, as “Golden Eye” and “Star Wars” have proven. Read more...