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A new (and surprising) way to use solar panels

In the middle of California's Central Valley, a new way to use solar panels could change how we think about clean energy and water. It’s a simple idea that people have talked about for decades, but only now is it finally being tested in real life.

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Biologist in a bumblebee research lab
UC Irvine |

The secret life of bumblebees

UC Irvine scientist uncovers surprising facts about the fuzzy insects
Asteroid surrounded by boulders
UCLA |

Planetary defense test deflected an asteroid but unleashed a boulder swarm

UCLA-led study of NASA’s DART mission determines that the strategy presents previously unanticipated risks
Head X-rays of subjects in the experiment
UC Berkeley |

Brain recordings capture musicality of speech — with help from Pink Floyd

Neuroscientists decode song from brain recordings, revealing areas dealing with rhythm and vocals
Australian football players collide over ball
UC San Francisco |

New concussion headset shows when it’s safe to return to play

UC San Francisco-patented device finds resuming sports should be delayed for several days after symptoms have resolved.

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