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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

Co-funded by the UCLA Division of Physical Sciences, UCLA has acquired a Krios G4 cryo-electron microscope, which has the potential to help with new discoveries and innovations in fields such as cancer and Alzheimer’s research. ucla.in/4azVPEc 📸: Thermo Fisher Scientific #nanotechnology #science

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

Last year, UCLA celebrated the launch of the UCLA Chuck Lorre Scholars Program. "The Big Bang Theory" co-creator Chuck Lorre and alumna and series star Mayim Bialik would agree: this pioneering program, which empowers low-income #STEM students, is the start of an even bigger bang. ucla.in/3CHb8y6

Chuck Lorre and students from the UCLA Chuck Lorre Scholars Program celebrate its launch.

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

In countless ways, the UCLA College Division of Humanities opens up vibrant avenues of travel, study, collaboration and creativity around the globe, enabling students and faculty to embody the division's guiding principle "Word to World." 🌎📚https://ucla.in/49nxm4h #UCLACollegeMagazine #humanities

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

“Preservation for the People,” a new podcast led by Anya Dani and Justin Dunnavant of #UCLA in partnership with the Black Art Conservators group, celebrates the transformative work of preserving Black history, heritage and culture. Learn more and listen! ucla.in/4hmsSxR | #BlackHistoryMonth

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

World Languages Day, a cherished #UCLA tradition, returns Feb. 5! Come celebrate UCLA’s robust programs in global languages and enjoy interactive activities, cultural experiences and opportunities to win prizes by meeting with language department representatives. We'll see you there! ucla.in/42hTFa1

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

As the leader of UCLA’s Speech and Cognitive Development Lab, #linguistics professor Meg Cychosz studies how children from diverse backgrounds acquire #language. Learn more about the experiences that inspired her current work. ucla.in/3WApozp #research #UCLA

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Meg Cychosz is expanding the universe of language development research

The linguistics professor studies how children from a wide range of backgrounds learn speech and language.

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

Jason De León, a UCLA College professor and director of the Cotsen Institute of Archaeology, recently spoke with CNN about his work shadowing human smugglers in the Mexican state of Chiapas, why Mexico is becoming more dangerous for migrants and more. www.cnn.com/2025/01/04/u...

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He spent years shadowing smugglers in Mexico. This is what he learned | CNN

Jason De León spent seven years shadowing smugglers who guide migrants through Mexico to the US. Their work, he argues, is dangerous and far more complicated than typical media portrayals suggest.

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

🎧 Are you a fan of #podcasts? 🎙️ Check out our new show, "Tell Us What You Know." For our first episode, we chat with UCLA College Professor Jared Diamond on his landmark rediscovery of the long-lost golden-fronted bowerbird. Hear more about other Diamond's #research and more. ucla.in/4jFjo2a | #UCLA

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

On this day 44 years ago, #UCLA Professor Emeritus Jared Diamond rediscovered the golden-fronted bowerbird in New Guinea, bringing this once-mythical species into the scientific spotlight. Dive into the details of Diamond's historic find and legendary career. ucla.in/3WIB9nv @dgsomucla.bsky.social

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

Across the UCLA College, our faculty are dedicated to unraveling the mysteries of our planet and driving efforts to better understand, protect and heal our world. 🌱🔬 Learn more about their research and projects in the latest #UCLACollegeMagazine. ucla.in/3DbCD2B #science #climatechange

An illustration of Justin Dunnavant in SCUBA diving gear, California and underwater organisms.

A playful illustration of a blue bear that is also a bus with yellow windows against a light blue background. Also, beneath the bear, the words: Atmosphere to Ocean - Hop aboard a magical Bruin bus and journey through UCLA's groundbreaking research. At every level, curiosity, innovation and a sense of global stewardship connect our work with the world around us."

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

From witnessing the transit of #Venus in 2004 to becoming a UCLA assistant professor in physics and #astronomy, astrophotonics expert Pradip Gatkine seeks to revolutionize how we study the #universe via more precise and detailed explorations of celestial phenomena. 🔭✨🌌 ucla.in/4ghDn5j

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When Venus and the sun aligned

Interstellar curiosity led Pradip Gatkine to UCLA

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Research co-led by UCLA professor Susan Perry found that white-faced capuchin #monkeys with stronger stress responses had better survival rates during an extreme drought, suggesting that heightened stress responses can be adaptive in harsh environmental conditions. ucla.in/4azSIMw | 📸: Susan Perry

In Guanacaste, Costa Rica, a pair of white-faced capuchin monkeys are seen holding hands

Two wild white-faced capuchin monkeys -- a 24-year-old mother and her infant -- are seen at the Lomas Barbudal Capuchin Monkey Project in Guanacaste, Costa Rica

A white-faced male capuchin monkey forages on grass seed during the dry season in Guanacaste, Costa Rica

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Research led by UCLA chemists demonstrates the potential of PEDOT nanofibers for supercapacitor applications, a finding that could, once again, revolutionize the fields of electronics and energy storage. ucla.in/3WuhyaG | 📸: Maher El-Kady

Illustration of a PEDOT film on a graphene sheet that can be used in supercapacitors to store large amounts of energy.

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

From supporting impactful, interdisciplinary research to programs that bolster Bruin success, these stories of generosity from donors across the UCLA College community showcase their unwavering commitment to making a difference. ucla.in/42nHsR3 #UCLACollegeMagazine

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Giving legacies: UCLA College stories of generosity

Stories of generosity from across the UCLA College community

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

Even with clear skies and good air quality numbers, recent wildfires in Southern California mean ash and smoke can still pose health risks. Stay informed and take precautions! ucla.in/3PPB9yc | @uclaioes.bsky.social | 📸: LA County Fire Department

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

@uclaioes.bsky.social and @uclasustainablela.bsky.social recently hosted a special virtual event featuring experts discussing the causes, impacts and aftermath of the L.A. #wildfires. You can watch the recording of the webinar here: youtu.be/PzfuAN8kfpE

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UCLA Expert Insights on the Causes, Impacts and Aftermath of the L.A. Wildfires

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Applications are open for the David Harold Blackwell Summer Research Institute! If you're an undergraduate student in your second, third, or fourth year, submit your application by Feb. 1 and don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside renowned mathematicians! ucla.in/40OR5Gj #math

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Learn more about how UCLA math professor Wilfrid Gangbo is honoring the legacy of Black mathematicians like David Harold Blackwell. ucla.in/4b2EYJ7 | #math #mathematics #research | 📸: Penny Jennings

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

🧬 UCLA neurobiologists discovered that skin-penetrating nematodes — which infect over 600 million people globally — react differently to carbon dioxide at various life stages. This research could lead to new advancements in preventing or curing infections. 🔬 ucla.in/40Ixusg | 📸: Navonil Banerjee

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UCLA Environment @uclaioes.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Ash below, blue sky above: Is the air safe? UCLA professor and air-quality expert Suzanne Paulson weighs in and shares precautions following the Palisades, Eaton & Hurst fires.

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Ash below, blue sky above: Is the air safe?

Deciding whether the air is safe in Southern California can feel like a dangerous riddle in the week since the Palisades, Eaton, and Hurst fires began.

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

UCLA College experts are turning groundbreaking #science into real-world health solutions, tackling the greatest human health challenges of our time. Learn how they're bringing their #research to bear in tangible ways. #UCLACollegeMagazine ⚗️🧬 ucla.in/4ipQBOx

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An illustration of test tubes, a green Bruin bear, and the words, "Lab to Life," in the center.

A quote from Ellen Sletten in white font against a green background that reads, "To have a chance to enhance people's lives makes all the obstacles the chemistry throws at us worthwhile."

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UCLA Environment @uclaioes.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

January’s string of wildfires has already strained resources as the #HughesFire blazes 10k acres in LA County. “This is a reflection of the times we’re living in,” says UCLA’s Daniel Swain, noting climate change’s role in the state’s year-round fire season.

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Hughes Fire sparks alarming National Guard response, UCLA experts warn of worsening winds

A fast-moving wildfire erupted in northern Los Angeles County Wednesday morning, scorching nearly 10,000 acres and forcing widespread evacuations.

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

uclaioes.bsky.social and the Sustainable LA Grand Challenge are hosting a special virtual event tomorrow, Jan. 23, at 5 p.m. PT. The webinar will feature experts discussing the causes, impacts and aftermath of the L.A. wildfires. Learn more and RSVP. ucla.in/42kxikg | 📸: Jessica Christian/Unsplash

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Over the past 25 years, UCLA physicist Jianwei (John) Miao has revolutionized #microscopy by developing computational techniques that allow scientists to visualize extremely small and ultrafast phenomena. ucla.in/3BNr6GM 📸: Haozhi Sha and John Miao/UCLA

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Elsa Coony, a 2024 UCLA College graduate in German and global studies, has been awarded the International Parliamentary Scholarship to intern in Germany's Bundestag for five months, providing her a front-row seat as a new government is formed. ucla.in/4j7nwaY

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2024 grad will have close-up view of Germany’s transition to new government

Elsa Coony said it would be “a particularly fascinating and dynamic time to be working close to the center of the government.”

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University of California @uofcalifornia.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

The courageous way Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. lived provides inspiration and hope in the struggles we face today. Through teaching, research and public service, UC staff, faculty and students embody this courage in working together for the greater good. #MLKJrDay

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UCLA Library @uclalibrary.bsky.social · 18/01/2025

The L.A. area has experienced unprecedented devastation, and our hearts are heavy as we process the loss and destruction caused by the fires. UCLA Library Preservation & Conservation has collected resources we hope may support the recovery & preservation of fire damaged materials: ucla.in/3CbRk5U

Salvaging Fire Damaged Materials

Resources compiled by the UCLA Library Preservation & Conservation Department: ucla.in/3CbRk5U

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Daniel Swain @weatherwest.bsky.social · 09/01/2025

Is there a link between #ClimateChange & increasing risk/severity of #wildfire in California--including the still-unfolding disaster? Yes. Is climate change the only factor at play? No, of course not. So what's really going on? [Thread] #CAfire #CAwx #LAfires iopscience.iop.org/a...

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

The effects of the current wildfires devastating our communities will be long felt. UCLA and local organizations have mobilized to provide resources for the Bruin community to give and receive aid. ucla.in/3WdfhjY | 📸: David Esquivel/UCLA

A view of the January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires from Griffith Park.

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UCLA Environment @uclaioes.bsky.social · 08/01/2025

“The gun was loaded” and pointed at Pacific Palisades, says #UCLA IoES professor Glen MacDonald. Parched landscapes, dry vegetation and hot winds—California’s fire luck of the past two years had run out. @theatlantic.com #CaWx

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The Palisades Were Waiting to Burn — The Atlantic

Fire becomes a year-round danger when Southern California is this dry. January 08, 2025 As Santa Ana winds whipped sheets of embers over the Pacific Coast Highway in Southern California last night, th...

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

¡Estamos emocionados de dar la bienvenida al Dr. Julio Frenk a la familia de UCLA como nuestro séptimo rector! ucla.in/4j8aN8i

A composite image that features UCLA's Janss Steps on a sunny day (top half) and the following words against a blue background (bottom half): ¡Bienvenido a UCLA, Rector Julio Frenk! UCLA College le espera con mucho entusiasmo y con ganas de mostrar cómo los estudiantes, profesores e investigadores de nuestras cinco divisiones — Humanidades, Ciencias de la Vida, Ciencias Físicas, Ciencias Sociales y Educación de Pregraduado — están impulsando cambio para Los Ángeles, California y el mundo.

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

Welcome to the UCLA family, Chancellor Julio Frenk! ucla.in/4j8aN8i

A composite image that features UCLA's Janss Steps on a sunny day (top half) and the following words against a blue background (bottom half): Welcome to UCLA, Chancellor Julio Frenk! The UCLA College looks forward to showcasing how the students, faculty and researchers across our five divisions — Humanities, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences and Undergraduate Education — are driving change for Los Angeles, California and the world.

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 19/12/2024

What it means to be a biology major has changed dramatically in the past 20 years. With over 60 faculty and five doctoral programs across campus, QCBio is guiding this massive transformation at UCLA. ucla.in/49J6fAQ #bigdata #biosciences #lifesciences #research 📸: Elena Zhukova

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UCLA Library @uclalibrary.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

Announcing UCLA Film & Television Archive free winter programs! Screening Jan–April 2025: - Luc Moullet French film retrospective - an evening of Peter Falk as Columbo - a focus on groundbreaking director Michelle Parkerson - trailblazer Ida Lupino & more! newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/fil...

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 18/12/2024

Here’s to a season of Bruin pride, meaningful connections and blue 💙 and gold 💛 horizons in the new year. ☃️ We’re proud of our shared community and hope you enjoy the wonder of winter! #UCLACollege #happyholidays

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Hakuna Matata? More like Hakuna #Mufasa! To celebrate the ultimate lion king 🦁, we spoke with UCLA College alumna Audra Huffmeyer to learn more about UCLA's important mountain lion research 🐾 and which Pride Land character is her "mane" man. #SillyQuestionsSmartBruins youtube.com/shorts/biNAA...

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UCLA College alumna Audra Huffmeyer on #Mufasa and her favorite #LionKing character 🦁 🐾

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

The UCLA Division of Humanities recently hosted a celebration to honor its faculty members who have published #books in the past two years. 📚 Find out more about their published works and head over to our #BruinBookshelf to discover more books from #UCLACollege authors! ✨ youtube.com/shorts/fl-Vb...

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Celebrating UCLA Humanities authors

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

Read the latest issue of the #UCLACollegeMagazine and fall under the spell of the Magic & Illusion Student Team at UCLA. But don't be fooled — these talented Bruins have more than just sleight of hand up their sleeves! Discover their dedication to the art of #magic in our magazine! 🪄 ucla.in/3ZNIioG

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UCLA College @uclacollege.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

Howdy, #academicsky #edusky! Is this thing on? 🎤 We're UCLA's academic 💙, the UCLA College, and we DID come to make friends. Say hi. After all, your story is our story!

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