News From Around the System

Drug found to correct gene defect that causes immune-driven gut leakiness

UCR Health —

UC Riverside-led study is the first to show how tofacitinib rescues gut barrier function from overactive immune cells

36 UCLA scientists among world's most influential researchers

UCLA Health —

Clarivate released its annual list of the most highly cited researchers, which includes dozens of UCLA researchers across various disciplines.

New Test Predicts Tumors Most Likely to Respond to Radiation, Chemotherapy

UCSF Health —

Many cancer patients might respond better to treatments with the help of a new prognostic indicator based on a distinctive pattern of gene activity within tumor cells.

Low-calorie diet and mild exercise improve survival for young people with leukemia

UCLA Health —

In some cancers, including leukemia in children and adolescents, obesity can negatively affect survival outcomes.

New wound-healing gel helps regenerate skin, prevent scarring

UCLA Health —

Scientists say their new hydrogel triggered an unexpected response by the immune system that led to more effective skin healing.

Impact of HPV vaccination mandates on social inequalities

UCR Health —

Policy has limited impact on vaccine uptake because of individual decision making, study finds

38 UCLA scientists among world's most influential researchers

UCLA Health —

Clarivate released its annual list of the most highly cited researchers, which includes dozens of UCLA researchers across various disciplines.

Adversity in Childhood May Lead to Early Aging for Women

UCSF Health —

The level of trauma the women had experienced in childhood was associated with the age of their epigenetic clocks.

Gift of $1 million will help UCLA support young patients and their families

UCLA Health —

The donation from Ken and Linda Suslow will help UCLA's Chase Child Life Program and create a patient emergency fund at UCLA Health.

Pandemic Brings an Unexpected Twist to Alum’s Protein Discovery

UCSF Health —

Susan Acton discovered ACE2 while searching for new cardiovascular drugs. Decades later, she was surprised to see it popping up in the news once COVID took hold.

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