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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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Small solar sails could be the next ‘giant leap’ for interplanetary space exploration

Researcher from UC Berkeley aims to create a fleet of low-cost, autonomous spacecraft propelled by light particles.
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UC San Diego |

We need a staph vaccine: here’s why we don’t have one

Research from UC San Diego explains the clinical failure of dozens of candidate vaccines for one of the most common human infections; it also suggests a way to fix the problem.
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UC Newsroom |

Need money for college? Help is out there — but only if you fill out the FAFSA!

College students miss on out billions in grants and scholarships each year by not filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
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UC Newsroom |

Make your voice heard — vote!

Here’s all you need to know to register and vote in the March 5 presidential primary.

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