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UCLA Donated Body Program

At this time, the University of California is not accepting donations of decedents who have tested positive for COVID-19, nor from those under investigation for having the virus. We will keep our website up-to-date with any new information as we learn more about the virus. Thank you for your interest in our program.


Ceremony of Thanks

Memorial Plaque at David Geffen School of Medicine

Dedicated with sincere gratitude to the selfless legacy of the women and men who have donated their remains to the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA for the advancement of medical education and research. Learn more about the Ceremony of Thanks >


2019 Ceremony of Thanks
held at Geffen Hall on May 4, 2019

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Water Cremation thru Resomation

Bio Cremation

The UCLA Donated Body Program uses Alkaline Hydrolysis - Water Cremation thru Resomation® technology, a greener, more eco-friendly cremation choice for the ultimate disposition of donor bodies. Learn more about Water Cremation >

Memorial Celebration Video

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