UC Irvine also contributes research to visualizing its massive scale.
Gates Foundation grants tackle big problems in global health
Three UC researchers receive new Grand Challenges Explorations grants; two previous UC grantees awarded additional funding.
UC San Diego’s algae biofuels program ranked best in nation
An algae surfboard and work on gasoline alternatives help the campus win for the fourth year in a row.
Startup champion Regis Kelly awarded Citation of Excellence
Kelly's triumphs as President Napolitano's senior adviser included shaping legislation, startup fundraising and creation of a senior VP role focused on innovation and entrepreneurship.
President Obama honors 3 UC professors with national medals
Highest honors in science and technology go to UC Berkeley and UC Santa Barbara faculty.
UC president honors students with the President's Award for Outstanding Student Leadership
Three students from UC Davis and UCLA are recognized at the UC Board of Regents meeting.
UC campuses rank highly on world reputation list
Six UC schools are included in Times Higher Education's ranking of the 100 most prestigious universities.
Mountain man
A peak in Antarctica is named after a UC Santa Barbara professor as a tribute to his research.
Laura Esserman named to TIME 100 list
UCSF oncologist at the forefront of breast cancer services named one of the most influential people in the world.
Twenty-nine UC scholars elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
The class of 2016 includes members from six campuses and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.
UC alums win 2016 Pulitzer Prizes
Graduates from UC Berkeley, UC Riverside and UC Santa Cruz among those honored.
2016 Guggenheim fellowships awarded to 12 UC faculty
Prestigious midcareer awards granted to scholars and artists across seven campuses.