UC Newsroom |
Online learning, from Biochemistry to Basque
Growing catalog expands access to classes, from niche subjects to core curriculum.
UC Riverside |
The universe in your hand
UC Riverside physicist uses 3D-printing technology to understand how the cosmos has evolved.
UC Davis |
UC Davis cracks the walnut genome
The information should accelerate the rate of breeding and variety improvement in walnuts and help breeders select for desired traits such as insect and disease resistance, and drought tolerance.
UC San Francisco |
'Smart' retainer keeps patients (and teeth) in line
Innovative research is underway at UCSF to produce a Bluetooth smart retainer for orthodontics patients, with a goal of increasing the amount of time a patient wears the device to ensure the best possible treatment outcome.
UC San Francisco |
Illuminating depression’s circuitry
UC San Francisco neurosurgeon Edward Chang is studying whether flawed brain circuitry causes mood disorders and how to restore neural processing.
UC Santa Barbara |
Protecting ocean species
UC Santa Barbara researchers part of study that offers guidance on the placement of marine protected areas.
UC Irvine |
Santa vs. superheroes
UC Irvine physics professor compares St. Nick’s powers to those of traditional caped crusaders.
California Magazine |
How UC is playing a unique role in global race against climate change
UC is a participant in Bill Gates' Breakthrough Energy Coalition and has proposed 10 scalable solutions for "carbon neutrality and climate stability" in California.
UC San Diego |
UC San Diego alums turn ugly Christmas sweaters into booming business
Company catering to holiday fad for gaudy designs and expects $10 million in sales this year.
UCLA |
UCLA students seek to counter extremism in public diplomacy course
“Safe Spot” campaign's goal is to undermine recruiting tactics of the Islamic State group by using the Internet to foster acceptance and community.
UCLA |
$10 million gift to UCLA is largest to support migraine research
Donation from philanthropists Wendy and Leonard Goldberg could help alleviate suffering for millions worldwide.
UC Davis |
Knuckle cracking looks explosive, but causes no detectable harm
Ultrasound evaluations show that the knuckle-cracking sound occurs when gas bubbles form in joints very quickly, UC Davis study finds.