UC welcomes our next president: Michael V. Drake, M.D.
The University of California Board of Regents has appointed Michael V. Drake, M.D., as the 21st president of UC’s world-renowned system of 10 campuses, five medical centers, three nationally affiliated labs, more than 280,000 students and 230,000 faculty and staff.
Five years ago, love won. Here's how research helps make progress possible
In 2015, the Supreme Court upheld a right to marriage for gay couples in Obergefell v. Hodges. One of the key elements to winning this battle was research — particularly one UC researcher's groundbreaking study in the 1940s that showed being gay was not a mental illness.
The next trend in food: Edible insects?
You might not have known, but a lot of people think you should be eating more insects.
Do we know what we want in a romantic partner? Probably no more than a random stranger would
It sounds like the setup for a reality show, but science says it's true: Our stated preferences may not be so meaningful.
UC Merced welcomes Juan Sánchez Muñoz as fourth chancellor
The new chancellor will guide the campus in ascending to new heights as a research university.
UC Riverside discovers first effective treatment for citrus-destroying disease
The disease that has devastated crops in Florida and threatens California may finally be stoppable.
What’s next: The future of compassion
How to ward off emotional exhaustion as the pandemic continues.
Is the food supply strong enough to weather COVID-19?
Are empty shelves behind us or are there more shortages to come?
How dogs actually age (and what that tells us about how we do)
Understanding how dogs age can help us fight human aging.
UC Merced rises to No. 3 in young university rankings
The campus — with less than two decades under its belt — is one of the best universities in the country that is 50 years old or younger.
UC Berkeley launches trial of saliva test for COVID-19
Saliva can be gathered without medical supervision, unlike current tests, which saves time, money and precious PPE.
Wearable-tech glove translates sign language into speech in real time
It is inexpensive, flexible and highly durable, UCLA bioengineers say.
FDA approves video game based on UCSF brain research as ADHD therapy for kids
This is the first video game therapeutic to be approved for the disorder in children.
One-time treatment generates new neurons, eliminates Parkinson’s disease in mice
A new strategy for treating neurodegeneration gives hope for treating even those with advanced disease.
Hispanic enrollment report names UC Riverside No. 1
It is the nation's only selective public university to meet or exceed its potential pool of Hispanic students.
UC Regents declare their support for an end to race-blind admissions
UC leaders champion effort to roll back a law they say has long hindered the university's mission of access.
University of California Health children’s hospitals ranked among the nation’s best
All four children’s hospitals of University of California Health were recognized for excellence by U.S. News & World Report.
Wanted: UC students who are ready to speak out
UC’s student ambasssador program is accepting applications from students who want to be a force for good in Sacramento.
Relief and joy abound: DACA recipients react to the Supreme Court victory
For thousands of UC DACA students, yesterday was the news they have been daring to hope for: that they can continue their educations, remain in their communities and keep contributing in their fields, from health care to education.
Are masks the answer? Research says yes
A new study confirms that face coverings determine the pandemic’s trends and significantly reduce the number of infections.