Life Sciences

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“UCLA Life Sciences researchers and educators are consistently at the leading edge of scientific and educational innovation, and our international reputation for excellence has allowed the division to attract truly exceptional students. I invite you to learn more.”

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Tracy Johnson

Dean of Life Sciences

Computational and Systems Biology Interdepartmental Program
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Integrative Biology and Physiology
Life Sciences Core Education
Microbiology, Immunology and Molecular Genetics
Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology
Molecular, Cellular and Integrative Physiology
Neuroscience
Psychology
Society and Genetics
Center for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
CEILS (Center for Education Innovation and Learning in the Life Sciences)
Center for Reproductive Science, Health and Education
Center for Scholars and Storytellers
Donald R. Dickey Bird and Mammal Collection
Institute for Quantitative and Computational Biosciences (QC Bio)
La Kretz Center for California Conservation Science
Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden and Herbarium
Molecular Biology Institute
Staglin IMHRO Center for Cognitive Neuroscience
Staglin Music Festival Center for Brain and Behavioral Health
Stunt Ranch Ecological Reserve
Explore Life Sciences
Support Life Sciences