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Aug. 1, 2026 1:13 a.m.
UCLA marmot research lab turns to OnlyFans after funding cuts
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A yellow-bellied marmot is featured. UCLA researchers have received thousands of dollars in donations on OnlyFans to fund their long-term marmot study. (Courtesy of Katie Adler)

Facing a federal funding denial, a UCLA research group is turning to OnlyFans to raise money and bring awareness to long-term research funding difficulties.
The Blumstein Lab, which studies marmot behavior, started videos of the large rodents on OnlyFans – a subscription-based adult entertainment content creation platform – under the name “OnlyMarms” after the National Science Foundation rejected the researchers’ proposals to renew their grant.

By Sophie Acker

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Academics

July 31, 2026 12:35 a.m.
USAC Recap – July 21

The Undergraduate Students Association Council unanimously supported a California bill addressing artificial intelligence-generated deepfakes and other forms of technology-facilitated sexual harassment at its July 21 meeting.

By Lauren Nguyen

A Closer Look

July 14, 2026 12:37 a.m.

Lab coats provide safety at a steep cost. Friends, student organizations can help

This post was updated July 20 at 12:38 a.m.
Each year, thousands of students must buy lab coats and protective gear to complete their major requirements.

By Keira Perkin

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