It was inevitable that a complex, globe-spanning conflict like World War II would inspire a genre of combat movies as wide-ranging in origin, focus, and viewpoint as the nations and cultures which fought the war. The resulting films run the gamut from heroic to reflexive to bitterly sardonic, underscoring the oft-repeated observation war offers a microcosm of human endeavor and experience distilled to its brutal essence. As proven by the success of such works as Saving Private Ryan and Band of Brothers, war continues to exert a powerful attraction for filmmakers and audiences alike.
Discover how science and everyday habits build resilience at every age. This symposium features University of California experts and partners who turn advances in geroscience, brain health, and mental well-being into practical steps--moving more, eating well, practicing mindfulness, and staying connected--so you can recover faster, stay stronger, and thrive longer.
Join us as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the discovery of "Lucy," one of the most iconic fossils in human history. This new CARTA series delves into the profound impact of Lucy's discovery on the science of human origins, featuring leading experts who explore the discovery's initial significance, its enduring influence, and the current advancements in this pivotal field. Reignite your curiosity about how we became human and why it matters for our global future.
Resilience helps us recover and adapt after stress or illness, and Heather E. Whitson, MD, MHS explains how it changes across the lifespan. In this program, she notes that bounce back slows with age and that people age at different rates, shaped by biology, lifestyle, and environment. That variation matters: the same setback can land […]
In 1942, the Sleepy Lagoon case became one of the most racially charged trials in U.S. history. Twenty-two Mexican American youths—mostly teenagers, many just 17—were tried together for the death of José Díaz, even though no witness placed them at the scene and the cause of death was never proven. A biased judge and jury […]