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A new (and surprising) way to use solar panels

In the middle of California's Central Valley, a new way to use solar panels could change how we think about clean energy and water. It’s a simple idea that people have talked about for decades, but only now is it finally being tested in real life.

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UC Newsroom |

Cuddling is good for babies — and you, too

Touch boosts the health of premature babies. For those doing the cuddling, the personal rewards are also boundless.
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UC Newsroom |

A life of service beyond the battlefield

Long after they exit the military, UC student veterans continue to live by the credo “leave no man behind.”
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UC makes bold commitment to 100 percent clean electricity

The university pledges to transition to clean energy by 2025.
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10 things you probably didn't know about pumpkins

How much do you know about this beloved fall symbol? Test your knowledge here.

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