Tuesday, June 17


Surgeon simplifies chest surgery

UCLA employee Tim Alexander was born with pectus excavatum, a deformity also known as “sunken” or “concave” chest. Although he was initially advised against corrective surgery when he was younger, Alexander, now 32 years old, was able to take advantage of a new technique developed by UCLA professor of surgery Eric Fonkulsrud. Read more...




Briefs

Botanical Garden seeks volunteers The Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden at UCLA is seeking volunteers to serve as docents in its public education program for school children and community groups. Read more...



PET Project

It can detect early signs of Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, heart disease and cancer, or even show doctors what areas of your brain are stimulated while you’re listening to music or moving your arms. Read more...