UC Irvine researchers discover new role for brain molecule in controlling motor functions
A team of researchers from the University of California, Irvine has discovered a new role for ophthalmic acid in motor function control. This molecule, found in the brain, acts similarly to dopamine and offers a potential new therapeutic target for Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders.
UC Irvine expands Pathway Project to enhance literacy education nationwide
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) is advancing literacy education across the United States through its Pathway Project. Developed by Professor Emerita Carol Booth Olson from UCI's School of Education, the project is part of the UCI Writing Project and employs a cognitive strategies approach to enhance reading and writing skills among students.
Black abalone designated as California state seashell
Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) celebrated the signing of Assembly Bill 2504 into law on October 1, 2024. The new legislation designates the Black Abalone as the California State Seashell.
- Adeline & Robert Mah donate $20M more towards UCI medical innovation building
- Disruption of body clock linked to colorectal cancer progression
- Assemblymember Dixon to host town hall on fentanyl in Laguna Beach
- Governor signs three new bills authored by Assemblymember Diane Dixon
- UC Irvine becomes host campus for statewide STEM initiative
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UC Irvine launches NSF-funded grad student program for equitable cardiovascular care
Recent advances in medical and biotechnology have benefited those suffering from cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the United States. However, these treatments have not been evenly distributed across society, according to researchers at the University of California, Irvine.
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68.2% of college applicants to Orange County's 55 universities were admitted for fall 2022
Orange County's 55 universities admitted an estimated 68.2% of applicants for fall 2022, an increase over the previous year.
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Assemblymember Dixon hosts coastal cleanup events with environmental advocate Ryan Hickman
SACRAMENTO (September 16, 2024) – This month, Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) will be hosting several beach cleanup events to help commemorate California Coastal Cleanup Day.
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Assemblymember Dixon to host "Coffee with a Cop" events in September
Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) will be hosting two local events this month for constituents to meet and interact with public safety officers.
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UC Irvine partners with USC on NSF-funded project for neurological disease treatment
Researchers at the University of California, Irvine, and the Keck School of Medicine of USC have embarked on a new project to develop treatments for damaged brain regions using intelligent biocomputing. Funded by a four-year, $2 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF), this initiative aims to combine engineering principles with stem cell research to restore motor functions in patients who have suffered brain damage from strokes or other neurological issues.
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UC Irvine researchers advocate for innovative arthritis treatment approach
Joint diseases cause pain to hundreds of millions of people and add to healthcare costs
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Assemblymember Dixon criticizes new special session on high gas prices
SACRAMENTO (September 4, 2024) – Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) issued a statement addressing the Governor's recent call for a Special Session to investigate high gas prices.
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UC Irvine raises record-breaking $343M during fiscal year
The University of California, Irvine has concluded its most successful fundraising year on record, raising $343 million in the 2024 fiscal year as part of its Brilliant Future philanthropic campaign. The campaign now totals $1.9 billion, surpassing 95 percent of its $2 billion goal and marking it as the largest philanthropic and alumni engagement initiative in UC Irvine and Orange County's history. Launched publicly in October 2019, it is set to conclude in October 2025.
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How many companies in cities in Orange County received FDA inspections in August?
There were three companies in cities associated with Orange County that received three FDA inspections in August, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
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Assemblymember Dixon opposes Senate Bill allowing potential release of convicted murderers
SACRAMENTO (August 29, 2024) – Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach) issued a statement regarding Senate Bill 94, which will not be brought forward for a vote before the end of the 2024 Legislative Session.