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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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What it means to be a Hispanic-Serving System: A Q&A with UC Vice Provost Yvette Gullatt
UC has set its sights on becoming a Hispanic-Serving System to meet the needs of a changing California. It’s already more than halfway there.
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How California could save up its rain to ease future droughts — instead of watching epic atmospheric river rainfall drain into the Pacific
Urban infrastructure was designed to take stormwater out to the ocean quickly. Now, California needs that precious water.
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UV-emitting nail polish dryers damage DNA and cause cell mutations
Researchers found devices used to cure gel manicures lead to cell death and cancer-causing mutations in human cells.
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Lunar New Year traditions, old and new
UC Irvine welcomed back its annual celebration in-person this year on Jan. 17.
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