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Congrats to our stellar students for their achievements! Kimya received the 1st-place Jan R. Cloyde Legacy Award for her research in women's health. Katelyn presented at the Semel Undergraduate Research Conference, marking a significant milestone in her academic journey.

"I'm different, not less." - Temple Grandin. 1 in 36 children is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Although our brains are wired differently, we are all valuable in meaningful ways. Let's promote a culture of #inclusivity and #love. #AutismAwareness

Are you a #healthcare worker experiencing #anxiety? 🌟 @UCLAStressLab is leading an important #research study exploring innovative approaches to managing anxiety with the goal to support healthcare workers' #mentalhealth. To participate: tinyurl.com/UCLACalmER

Excited to share the video abstract of our research assistant Kimya’s first publication! “Hormonal Contraceptive Use and Affective Disorders: An Updated Review” explores the latest findings on this important topic. Read the full article here: dovepress.com/hormonal-contr…

Our incredible research assistant Kimya had the opportunity to present her first conference poster at #spsp2025 last week, marking a significant milestone in her academic journey! We are thrilled to be a part of an event that celebrates innovative ideas & exciting collaborations!

Happy International Women's Day! Today we celebrate women's achievement, strength, #resilience, and contribution around the world. Let’s uplift, support, and appreciate the incredible women in our lives—not just today, but every day! #InternationalWomensDay #EmpowerWomen

Thank you to the California Initiative to Advance Precision Medicine for your continued support. We were thrilled to present our research and the important strides we’re making in advancing health outcomes. Together, we’re paving the way for a healthier, more resilient future!

Our hearts go with everyone affected by the #wildfire. Here are some volunteer and mental health resources: tinyurl.com/LAFireTherapyRes… cafirefoundation.org/how-to-… redcross.org/local/californi… lafoodbank.org/fire/ laworks.com/2025fires lafoodbank.org/fire/

Check out this newly published article! "Prevalence of Adverse Childhood Experience Exposure by Disability Status" is now available on @JAMANetwork. #ACEs #health #science #stress jamanetwork.com/journals/jam…

Many people experience "holiday blues." But if these feelings persist after holiday season is over, it may be a sign of a more serious issue such as Seasonal Affective Disorder or depression. It's important to seek professional help for treatment options. #MentalHealthAwareness