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UC Irvine Army ROTC cadets raise the American flag Wednesday at the campus’s Veterans Day ceremony. (Photo by Steve Zylius / UC Irvine) |
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Campus center strives to reduce fear and hate |
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Since 2022, the UC Irvine Center for Racial Justice has been working to empower students to combat the negative effects of biases, stereotypes and dehumanization. The campus hub hosts a variety of social justice programs based at UC Irvine and beyond. On Nov. 20, CRJ will hold the first event of a three-part series called “Let’s Talk About Race.” It will feature a lunchtime panel with members of CRJ's faculty advisory board, who will share their experiences and insights. In the winter quarter, CRJ will host a graduate student-oriented event, and one in the spring will focus on undergraduates. |
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New study links smell loss linked to 139 diseases |
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Researchers from the Charlie Dunlop School of Biological Sciences, in collaboration with The Oxford Research Centre in the Humanities, have revealed a powerful link between olfactory loss and inflammation in 139 distinct medical conditions. Led by Michael Leon, UC Irvine professor emeritus of neurobiology and behavior, and researchers Cynthia Woo and Emily Troscianko, the new study emphasizes a little-known but potentially life-altering syndrome that can be an early sign of various neurological and bodily diseases. “The data are particularly interesting because we had previously found that olfactory enrichment can improve the memory of older adults by 226 percent,” Leon said. “We now know that pleasant scents can decrease inflammation, potentially pointing to the mechanism by which such scents can improve brain health.” |
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UCI Health expert argues for better pre-cataract surgery preparation |
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Routine cataract surgery can become complicated if the affected eye has other issues. Fortunately, skilled surgeons, such as those at UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, are aware of these conditions and understand how to manage them. Ophthalmologist Dr. Marjan Farid speaks about how she approaches such issues with her patients. |
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The UC Irvine campus is closed Monday, Nov. 11 for Veterans Day. Enjoy your three-day weekend, and we’ll see you again on Tuesday. |
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California education leaders reassure communities after Nov. 5 election |
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University of California President Michael V. Drake, California State University Chancellor Mildred García and California Community Colleges Chancellor Sonya Christian released the following statement:
Following the presidential election results, we understand that there is a great deal of uncertainty and anxiety within California’s higher education community. The University of California, the California State University and the California Community Colleges remain steadfast and committed to our values of diversity and inclusivity. We are proud to welcome students, faculty and staff from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, and we will continue to support and protect all members of our communities. California represents a beacon of hope for so many, and we stand ready to support our state and its people as we all move forward together. |
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#UCIconnected spotlights interesting updates from the UC Irvine community. #IamUCI spotlights profiles of students, faculty, staff and alumni. Send submissions via email or post on social media with the #UCIconnected or #IamUCI hashtags. |
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The New York Times, Nov. 6 Cited: Veena Dubal, professor of law |
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UPI, Nov. 6 Cited: Karen Lincoln, professor of environmental and occupational health |
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WJLA, Nov. 6 Cited: Judy Hao, senior staff psychologist at UCI Counseling Center |
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