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.

List Grid

Economic impact of UC Merced rises to $2.6B

Campus contributions to the state include more than $1.4B to the San Joaquin Valley, with more to come.

A schematic shows a smartphone and the diagnostic attachment for antimicrobial susceptibility testing.

Researchers combat antimicrobial resistance using smartphones

A simple, inexpensive attachment could help to expand testing to regions with limited resources.

Experimental spinal implant shows promise for restoring voluntary movement

Patient’s finger control, grip strength boosted by up to 300 percent with new technique.