Sukanya Chakrabarti is a UC President's fellow researching the evolution of galaxies in the astronomy department at UC Berkeley.
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UC DavisGive thanks to the bee Many of the traditonal foods eaten on Thanksgiving are pollinated by honey bees. 
UC IrvineQuantum theorist's papers may solve mystery Researchers scour the late Hugh Everett's work in hopes it could explain physic's most debated puzzles.
UC Riverside ----------------------------------------Botanist provides expertise to 'Avatar' movie To depict the vegetation accurately, the filmmakers consulted with plant expert Jodie Holt.
UC Berkeley ----------------------------------------Study: African wars more likely due to climate change Research provides the first quantitative evidence linking rising temperatures and the risk of civil conflict.
UC San Diego ----------------------------------------International law center to be established Electric Power Research Institute's $1.35 million donation to fund lab that will examine when and why laws work.
UC Riverside ----------------------------------------Research center receives $1 millon for biofuel facility Pilot program will use a steam hydrogasification process to convert biosolids from city of Riverside's wastewater.
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----------------------------------------Archaeological map of Middle East sites published The searchable online map is a window into thousands of years worth of archaeological sites in the Holy Lands. More Campus and Lab News Resource Quick Links |
Top Feature Health Research Alzheimer's cases to double in 20 years With a rapidly aging population, the state faces an impending epidemic. UC researchers and clinicians are seeking ways to help people cope. More Top Features Office of the President News
UC RegentsMLK Hospital to reopen Regents approve entering into partnership with Los Angeles County to create nonprofit to reopen hospital in South L.A. 
National LabsPaul Alivisatos appointed director of Berkeley Lab Appointee has held interim director position since January 2009, has been on UC Berkeley faculty since 1988.
Student Fees ----------------------------------------Students protest fees, budget at UC headquarters Two-hour occupation of administration building lobby in Oakland ends peacefully.
UCOP ----------------------------------------Summary of compensation actions Items approved or reviewed by the Regents, related to new hirings, promotions and transfers.
Students ----------------------------------------Programs' growth ensures success of foster youth Most campuses offer services that aid students with housing, finances and transitions to both college and employment.
UC Regents ----------------------------------------Regents approve fee increases Regents approve budget plan and expansion of Blue and Gold Opportunity Plan. More:
General News ----------------------------------------DataONE to deal with data deluge Global network provides access and data preservation for Earth and environmental scientists.
Compensation ----------------------------------------Independent review lauds compensation policy changes Task force findings on disclosure, other issues, will be presented to UC Board of Regents at upcoming meeting.
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----------------------------------------Commission on future hears radical funding ideas Former UC presidents and public policy experts give their take on how to reimagine the University of California. More Office of the President News |