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UC is No. 1 in patents in new U.S. ranking

UC is No. 1 in a National Academy of Inventors ranking of U.S. schools granted the most U.S. utility patents released today, March 19. Patents are a key driver of economic success and quality of life.

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10 tips on financial aid at the University of California. For starters: More than half of students pay no tuition.

UC has one of the strongest financial aid programs in the nation, with more than half of California undergraduates getting enough financial aid to cover all their tuition.

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UC San Diego |

Why are humans the only species prone to heart attacks?

Gene loss 2 to 3 million years ago may explain why coronary events are common in humans but rare in other animals.
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UC Newsroom |

The ultimate guide to staying safe in the sun

July is UV Safety Awareness Month. Everything you need to know to protect yourself is right here.
Paul Boutros, director of cancer data science for the UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center
UCLA |

Noninvasive test improves detection of aggressive prostate cancer

50 percent of treatments could have been avoided, researchers find.
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UC Newsroom |

Finally, a closet that’s fun to be in

Trans and nonbinary students get a great, free place to shop at UC Santa Cruz's Cantú Clothing Closet.
Drake's Bay at Point Reyes National Seashore
UC Natural Reserve System |

UC reserve system grows to include Point Reyes, Mount Lassen

The new locations will provide opportunities for scientists and students as part of the world's largest university-administered reserve network.
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UC Newsroom |

Want to ace your tests? Take notes by hand

Even a brand new laptop won't give you an edge over pen and paper.
Michelle Obama with Lena Waithe and Genesis Jackson
UC Newsroom |

Michelle Obama, celebrities, cheer college-bound students for the journey ahead

Nearly 10,000 students packed UCLA's Pauley Pavilion May 1 for College Signing Day, a massive, nationwide celebration of committing to higher education.
Nora Pulskamp dancing in traditional clothes
UC Newsroom |

UC women empowering their communities

For Women's History Month, we spotlight just a few of the women who share their love of community with our community.
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UC Santa Cruz |

Teens who seek solitude may be on the right track

While loneliness is often correlated with depression, choosing to be alone can actually be good for you.
Ana Claire Mancia
UC Newsroom |

Above and beyond: UC women challenging the status quo

You don't have to leave campus to make change — and these young students and alums prove it.
Female STEM students standing together
UC Newsroom |

Opportunity rising: The UC women fostering equality every day

A Women's History Month tribute to current students who are integrating equality into their lives, every single day.
Michelle Obama on stage at College Signing Day
UC Newsroom |

UC and Michelle Obama to cheer on California’s college-bound students

UCLA will host huge College Signing Day celebration of college opportunity.