October 03, 2024
Tadashi Yanai gives $31 million to support Japanese humanities research at UCLA
The executive and philanthropist’s gift, which will support the Japan Past & Present initiative, is the largest in the history of the Humanities Division
Source: UCLA Newsroom
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ICYMI: UCLA researchers have developed a low-cost blood test that detected 63% of cancers across all stages in early studies. Read the full story here: https://ucla.in/4ciFkxt
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If your ideal study session includes fresh air, art and a few scenic moments of reflection, the Sculpture Garden delivers. Rating: 3/5 Where do you do your best work on campus? 📚 Video description: A UCLA student tells an off-camera narrator that the Sculpture Garden is her favorite study spot on campus. Scenic clip
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