To jumpstart UCLA South Bay, Steve Yu embraces ‘other duties as assigned’
The South Bay campus CFO and COO is leaning into a startup mentality to expand the university’s geographic footprint
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Tracy Johnson named dean of the UCLA Division of Life Sciences
Johnson, whose research focuses on understanding mechanisms of gene regulation, will take the helm on Sept. 1.
Psychologist Vickie Mays recognized by peers for service to UCLA
Professor has been honored by her colleagues with the 2020 Senate Service Award.
Team to develop Breathalyzer-like diagnostic test for COVID-19
The design could also be altered to detect other infectious diseases and airborne viral threats by continuously monitoring the air of indoor environments.
Sebouh Aslanian named inaugural director of the Armenian Studies Center
The center is housed within the The Promise Armenian Institute at UCLA.
Public policy professor named to class of 2020 Carnegie Fellows
Aaron Panofskyis among a class of 27 fellows nationwide — 14 from public institutions — to be honored.
Former dean of public affairs honored during women’s conference in Bangladesh
Barbara Nelson was recognized for her award-winning 1994 study, “Women and Politics Worldwide,” which she co-edited with with Najma Chowdhury.
Geographer recognized with Myron Weiner Distinguished Scholar Award
John Agnew, distinguished professor of geography and Italian, has received the award from the International Studies Association.
Medical school professor elected to National Academy of Sciences
Dr. Peter Tontonoz, professor in the departments of pathology/laboratory medicine and biological chemistry, has been elected in recognition of his achievements in research.
CARES Act impact on retirement savings program
The CARES Act suspends 2020 minimum required distributions.
Staff news: Researcher recognized for contributions to mass spectrometry
Rachel Ogorzalek Loo, researcher in the department of biological chemistry, has been recognized by the American Society for Mass Spectrometry.
Immunotherapy pioneer named American Association for Cancer Research Academy fellow
Dr. Antoni Ribas was inducted into the group for his work in immunology and the development of new therapies for malignant melanoma.
Psychology professor honored for pioneering work on ‘social cognition’
The work of Shelley Taylor and her colleague Susan Fiske has changed the study of how people think about themselves and the social world.
Fielding School professor elected to two international professional organizations in a month
Robert Weiss was recognized for his outstanding contributions to the field of biostatistical analysis in the context of public health.
Sarah Stein named to new Viterbi Chair in Mediterranean Jewish Studies
Stein, director of UCLA's Leve Center for Jewish Studies, is well known for her scholarship, writing and teaching in the field.
Computer scientist receives Test-of-Time Award for work on encryption
Amit Sahai was honored by the International Association for Cryptologic Research for his influential research paper on encryption.
April 30: ‘COVID-19: The Battle to Save Black Lives’ virtual town hall
The webinar will focus on solution-based discussion about the health, economic and social impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on Black communities.
Fielding School dean co-authors article on conducting clinical trials during disease outbreaks
Ron Brookmeyer and his colleagues suggest a protocol that could be applied across infectious disease outbreaks and allow for the addition of new team members over time.
Biologist receives award from the American Ornithological Society
Tom Smith, a professor of ecology and evolutionary biology, was honored with the Elliot Coues Award.
Christina Christie named interim dean of Graduate School of Education & Information Studies
Christie, who currently serves as chair of the education department, will assume her role effective July 1.
Eat safe: The takeaway on takeout (and other food)
UCLA’s Catherine Carpenter gives us the lowdown on food safety, hygiene and nutrition in the time of COVID-19.
Cancer researchers receive $2.8 million grant to improve liver transplant candidate selection
The grant is led by Dr. Vatche Agopian and Hsian-Rong “HR” Tseng.
Six elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences
UCLA’s honorees are Miguel García-Garibay, Jennifer Mnookin, Pedro Noguera, Lynn Vavreck, Mary Nichols and Ann Philbin.
Film & Television Archive restores classic ‘Mystery of the Wax Museum’
Q&A with Scott MacQueen, the Archive’s head of preservation discusses the history and recent restoration of the film, which is getting released on Blu-ray in May.
Upcoming UCPath outages
The UCPath system will be unavailable to all UC employees twice during April and May 2020.
Spanish professor wins award for book on the cultural uses of garbage
Maite Zubiaurre has been awarded the 2020 Norman L. and Roselea J. Goldberg Prize for her book “Talking Trash. Cultural Uses of Waste.”