Anna Laakman, who has extensive experience establishing best teaching practices at one of the nation’s most distinguished autism centers, has joined UCI’s Center for Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders as director of education & training. In her new role, Laakman will develop innovative training opportunities for those who interact with and serve individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders, […]
UCI study shows maternal infant-rearing link to adolescent depression
Laser Associated Sciences has received $50,000 for placing second in primeUC, a systemwide competition for early-stage companies involved in the development of innovative life science technologies. The competition was part of UC President Janet Napolitano’s Innovation & Entrepreneurship Initiative, which aims to help startups affiliated with the university. Founded by UCI Beckman Laser Institute graduates Sean White, […]
Three-fourths of ER stroke cases had some degree of preventability, UCI survey finds
UCI-led discovery helps healthy cell processes that can block tumor growth
UCI brain-computer interface enables paraplegic man to take historic steps
UCI radiological sciences professor Dr. Robert Detrano received the Yunnan Friendship Award from Gov. Chen Hao for his outstanding contributions to the people of this southern Chinese province. At a Sept. 24 reception, Hao honored 10 top foreign experts working in Yunnan. In 2005, Detrano founded the China California Heart Watch, a nonprofit group that brings […]
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Proof-of-concept study shows possibilities for mind-controlled technology
Study also points to potential new drug discovery advances