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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Now you can 'Build Your Own Internet of Things'

Massively popular online course draws engineers, entrepreneurs and hobbyists worldwide.

UC Center for Health Quality and Innovation 2017 Colloquium

UCTV airs UC Health colloquium talks

Learn about the latest efforts to improve patient care and reduce costs.

Startups poised to make strides for local economy

UC Merced's Venture Lab incubates two companies committed to the San Joaquin Valley.