At the Bodega Bay Marine Lab, a UC Davis
scientist studies sea stars and mussels to determine how climate change will
affect ecosystems along the California coast.
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UC Santa BarbaraMichael Douglas endows dean's chair Actor/alumnus donates $500,000 to establish dean's chair in Humanities and Fine Arts. 
UC IrvineColorful butterflies beat odds by sharing traits Different species of butterfly are crossbreeding to acquire superior wing colors more quickly than through evolution.
UC San Francisco ----------------------------------------Chronic pain relieved by cell transplantation Cell therapy may be used not only to quell some types of pain, but also to cure the conditions that give rise to them.
UC San Francisco ----------------------------------------Measure bone age as part of Crohn's care Measurement in children should be standard, to properly interpret and address growth in juvenile patients.
UC San Diego ----------------------------------------Hormone plays surprise role in fighting skin infections Hormone boosts immune response when dietary vitamin D levels are inadequate.
UCLA ----------------------------------------New genetic method pinpoints geographic origin New modeling approach allows researchers to infer the geographic origins of individuals using only their genetic data.
UC Riverside
----------------------------------------New institute focuses on immigrant religions The new research center will examine diverse religious practices and their role in the acculturation process. More Campus and Lab News Resource Quick Links |
Top Feature Sustainability UC boosts emphasis on organic waste Campuses augment existing composting programs, educate people on use of the 'green bin' to achieve zero-waste goal. More Top Features Office of the President News
UC RegentsRegents call on lawmakers to re-invest in higher education Meeting addresses state budget, legislative advocacy efforts to prioritize public higher education. 
AdministrationRegents approve chancellor terms of appointment Action clears way for Pradeep Khosla to become UC San Diego's eighth chancellor on Aug. 1.
Administration ----------------------------------------Administration responds to incidents Review of police actions during demonstrations under way; leaders vow to protect free speech.
General News ----------------------------------------Yudof responds to CSU chancellor's retirement Charles Reed announces his retirement today, after 15 years heading the California State University system.
Administration ----------------------------------------Comment deadline extended on draft report Public comments from UC community accepted till June 8 on campus protest draft report.
General News ----------------------------------------UC Riverside to host service center for HR, payroll Systemwide facility UCPath is expected to save as much as $100 million annually once fully implemented.
Sustainability ----------------------------------------UC wins prestigious climate leadership award University system is among 10 institutions recognized for leadership and innovation in sustainable practices.
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----------------------------------------Higher ed chiefs join forces for state budget advocacy Administrators, alumni and advocates converge on Sacramento for Joint Higher Education Day. More Office of the President News On the UC Research siteCognitive benefits of bilingualism Good things happen when young kids learn different languages, says a UC Merced graduate student researcher. |