A Sampling of Clips for January 29^th, 2008

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Researchers Map Paths Governing Neuron Function
U.S. News & World Report, Jan. 29 -- UCSD researchers have mapped thousands of neuronal proteins that are connected in complex signaling networks that control neuron function. This line of research may help improve understanding of brain development, neurodegenerative diseases, and treatment of spinal cord injuries, a new study says. More

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Earth is Us
The New York Times, Jan. 29 — Some earth scientists say we have entered a new period in the earth’s history, which should be called the Anthropocene epoch — a name proposed in 2000 by Paul J. Crutzen, the atmospheric chemist (now at UCSD) who shared a Nobel Prize for work on human-caused damage to the ozone layer, and Eugene F. Stoermer of the University of Michigan. More

High Enthusiasm Propels Democrats
The New York Times, Jan. 29 — The race for the Democratic presidential nomination may have its divisive moments, but it is generating intense interest and enthusiasm among the party’s rank and file: significantly greater, by several measures, than the Republican contest, political experts say. (Quotes UCSD political scientist Gary Jacobson) More

Fed Must Walk a Thin Line on Rates
Los Angeles Times, Jan. 29 -- Has the Federal Reserve painted itself into a corner? That's one question on investors' minds as central bank officials convene for a two-day meeting today to consider a further interest rate cut. (Quotes UCSD economist James Hamilton) More

Climate Change is Focus of Talks, Events at UCSD
San Diego Union-Tribune, Jan. 29 – Students and faculty at UCSD are participating in four days of climate-awareness discussion in an inaugural event playing out at 1,000 universities across the country. More

UCSD Pushes to Reduce Primary Care ER Visits by the Uninsured
KPBS, Jan. 28 -- An innovative partnership between the UCSD Medical Center and local community clinics will soon be expanding. The goal of the project is to reduce the number of uninsured people who use emergency rooms for primary care. More

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Report: Patients' Options May Wane
San Diego Union-Tribune, Jan. 29 – It may be getting tougher to find a doctor when you need one. Even if you're successful, you may have to wait longer to get an appointment – especially if Medicare, Medi-Cal or the County Medical Services program is paying the bill. (Quotes Dr. Joe Scherger, communications chairman of the San Diego County Medical Society and a family practitioner at the UCSD Medical Center) More

Universal Health Care Effort Fails in California
San Diego Union-Tribune, Jan. 29 – Gov. Schwarzenegger’s health care reform bill was killed yesterday by Senate Democrats, who argued that it would burden consumers, dig a deep hole in the state's deficit-ridden budget and provide a windfall to insurance companies. (Quotes UCSD political scientist Thad Kousser) More

Prop 93 Seeks to Balance Experience and Term Limits
KPBS, Jan. 29 -- California voters are being asked to tweak the legislature's term limit law on February 5. Supporters say changes need to be made so lawmakers can develop experience. Opponents argue term limits are working just fine. UCSD political science professor Thad Kousser works for the Prop 93 campaign. More

City of Hope Gives Charles von Gunten Humanitarian Award
The San Diego Daily Transcript, Jan. 28 -- The City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center has named Charles von Gunten, associate clinical professor of medicine at UCSD its 2007 Sarnat Distinguished Humanitarian Award. More