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Cynthia Lee

Mind Openers: John Updike

Even after penning more than 50 books, John Updike is nowhere close to wrapping up his decades-long career.
Oct 1, 2008

Muscle, Heal Thyself

Electroactive polymers may one day power small robots, make your shoes continuously charge your iPod, and help keep a weak heart pumping. Oh yeah, and when it tears, an artificial muscle will heal itself.
Jul 1, 2008

Lollipop Culture

What Willy Wonka did for chocolate, UCLA microbiologist Wenyuan Shi is doing for lollipops.
Apr 1, 2008

Family Values: Watch the Skies

Bring yourself face-to-face with the wonders of the universe in an amazing show at the planetarium.
Jan 29, 2008

Sam Zell up close


Jan 1, 2008

Lessons of the Heart

Pathway at UCLA Extension gives students with intellectual and other developmental disabilities a college-going experience.
Oct 1, 2007

Deep Impact

UCLA accounts for almost $10 billion in economic activity in California, and the number rises every year. The latest statistics prove it: The university is one of the Golden State's most potent growth engines.
Oct 1, 2007

Black Alumni Reach Out

Legendary jazz guitarist Kenny Burrell helps African-American applicants connect with UCLA.
Apr 1, 2007

The Hydrogen Highway

UCLA Engineering is studying hydrogen power - and a pair of "F-Cell" sedans lets the team "drive the future."
Apr 1, 2006

Kaufman Kicks Up Its Heels

Glorya Kaufman Hall opened with the panache that is the hallmark of the Department of World Arts and Cultures.
Jan 1, 2006