Lisa-ann Gershwin: Introducing the World to the Mysteries of Jellyfish
Lisa-ann Gershwin is an American-Australian biologist specializing in the study of jellyfish. Her research has transformed the global scientific understanding of these creatures. She...
How the Japanese Roll Became the California Roll
It’s hard to find someone who hasn’t heard of the California roll. For many Americans, this roll was their very first introduction to sushi....
James William Valentine: The Man Who Opened a New Dimension in Evolution
He was one of the 20th century's most distinguished paleontologists, completely reshaping our understanding of how complex life evolved on Earth. The scientist merged...
Wholly Veggie’s plant-based food brand campaign. Surprising promotion of healthy food
Wholly Veggie is a brand dedicated to advancing plant-based cuisine. It was created by an advertising agency based in Los Angeles. The primary goal...
California’s remarkable harvest in 1992
The year 1992 is notable for its record-setting crop yields. At that time, California was an oasis of agricultural prosperity in the United States,...
The story of Los Angeles: How did gas contribute to illuminating the city?
The city dwellers could extend the workday for a bit longer thanks to gas lighting. However, this opportunity was not accessible to all due...
Frieda Rapoport Caplan and her kiwi venture: a success story
Imagine the astonishment of Californians when Frieda first brought in Chinese gooseberries, now known as kiwis, back in 1962. Many thought she was insane,...
A unique ally in battling California’s wildfires. Beavers lend a hand
It's hard to imagine how many advantages these furry creatures can bring. Their dams are instrumental in forming moisture-rich areas that help slow down...
Gas and oil reserves in Los Angeles
In Los Angeles, there are 26 oil and gas fields and about 5,000 operating and idle wells. Wells are located throughout the city, including...
Aaron Celestian and the Prospering Backyards project. What is known about Los Angeles’ efforts...
The citizens of Los Angeles were shocked to learn that hazardous lead had been found in the southeastern backyards. The Curator of Mineral Sciences...