UC Davis researchers are working to restore Olympia oysters' West Coast population, which has declined because of over-harvesting and pollution.
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UC BerkeleyComet or asteroid impact likely was dinosaurs' last straw Scientists determine extinction and well-known impact most likely were simultaneous. 
UC DavisLighting experts push for LED quality standard National benchmark recommended for energy-efficient consumer lighting.
UC Santa Barbara ----------------------------------------Economists examine gender disparity in CEO ranks Researchers use entries in running competition for study of how men and women view competition.
UC Davis ----------------------------------------What fuels growth of 'bad' bacteria in IBD Research sheds light on how harmful gut bacteria thrive in the intestine, contributing to inflammatory bowel disease.
UC Davis ----------------------------------------Youngster hopes to benefit from MS test treatment Young patients are taking part in clinical trial testing gene therapy drug for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
UC Santa Barbara ----------------------------------------Researcher's idea a winner of Audacious Goals challenge Proposal to treat degenerative retinal disease recognized by the National Eye Institute's contest.
UCLA
----------------------------------------Andrea Bertozzi named Betsy Wood Knapp Chair Director of applied mathematics leads one of most innovative research programs in the world. More Campus and Lab News Resource Quick Links |
Top Feature Faculty Sandra Faber honored at White House Ceremony Faber, a University Professor of astronomy and astrophysics at UC Santa Cruz and the interim director of UC Observatories, was honored along with 11 other recipients of the National Medal of Science. More Top Features Office of the President News
BudgetState leaders, regents upbeat about UC direction In light of funding situation, tuition hike appears unlikely in the coming fiscal year. 
UC RegentsOnline education seen as key part of curriculum Course catalog could comprise as much as 11 percent of undergrad curriculum over the next five years.
Agriculture ----------------------------------------Farmers, environment profit from new website CropManage site guides growers on optimal fertilization, watering to benefit crops, limit waste. ----------------------------------------
Agriculture ----------------------------------------$1.5 million donated to hire UCCE specialist Cooperative Extension position, funded by pistachio group, will conduct research in nut and fruit diseases.
General News ----------------------------------------$1M scholarship initiative for study abroad Program will boost funding for scholarships to further commitment to the international education of UC students.
Admissions ----------------------------------------Undergraduate applications reach all-time high Chicanos-Latinos now comprise largest ethnic group among California applicants.
Sustainability
----------------------------------------Sustainability savings add up: $91M and counting Green building, use of renewable energy sources, other efforts propel UC toward goal of net-zero carbon footprint. More Office of the President News |