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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Fear of missing out?

FOMO no more with this student-developed app that helps you know where to go.

The next Silicon Valley?

UC Merced’s Venture Lab nurtures San Joaquin Valley startups to help the entire region grow.

Can you brew beer on the moon?

Engineering students are preparing to test the viability of yeast in space in a fun way.