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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Engineers, painter first recipients of innovation awards

Awards reflect UC Davis' growing importance as a promoter of innovation.

The flexible, durable solar cell

UC San Diego nanoengineers bring an entrepreneurial bent to solar cell research.

World’s first 1,000-processor chip designed by UC Davis

New CPU is 100 times more powerful than a modern laptop's, while remaining energy-efficient.