Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Two people walk next to a long set of solar panels over a canal

Solar-panel-covered canals have their day in the sun in California

UC Newsroom

November 25, 2025

California’s first solar-over-canal project goes online with the commissioning of the narrow and wide span arrays in the Turlock Irrigation District, bringing to life the ultimate “why didn’t I think of that!” idea.

Take a tour of your thoughts with the 'Glass Brain'

The Glass Brain is kind of like it sounds. It’s a colorful, 3-D window into all the mysterious activities that light up the brain.

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UC alumni entrepreneurs pitch their startups in new competition

Finalists will receive mentoring and a chance to wow more than 600 business leaders at an upcoming conference.

Drones to grow minds of their own

UC Riverside professors aim to embed intelligence in drones.

Could these flip-flops save the earth?

These $3, algae-based renewable sandals could become the planet's preferred shoe.