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UCLA researchers engineer resistance-proof CAR T cells
In a Phase 1 clinical trial, the 'bispecific' therapy showed safe, long-lasting results.
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The Public Speaking Anxiety Treatment Study
Do you want help with public speaking anxiety? Participants are offered FREE evidence-based therapy and up to $282 ($20-$30/hour) for completion.
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Help Shape the Future of Diabetes Care
The Diabetes Research Registry connects members of the community with research studies that could lead to life-changing discoveries.
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Alpha Oscillations and Working Memory Studies
Participate in an EEG-fMRI study on working memory and attention. Eligible participants are healthy controls aged 18-40.
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Three Students Selected as NIH Medical Research Scholars Program Fellows
Three students at the David Geffen School of Medicine were selected to participate in the National Institutes of Health's Medical Research Scholars Program