Innovation and Entrepreneurship

A student focuses intently as he operates one arm of a many-armed robot, while a teacher watches

The future is robotic surgery. These students get a front-row seat

UC San Francisco

August 28, 2025

UCSF is the first university to certify medical students as bedside assistants for robotic surgeries, giving the next generation of surgeons a head start in a burgeoning field.

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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Democratizing manufacturing, thanks to UC San Diego alumna

Maker's Row helps DIY artists realize their visions in U.S. factories.

A video game that teaches you how to code

Turning kids into computer wizards

Is it possible to make computer class as fun as recess? A UC San Diego startup thinks so.

A baby blanket that helps preemies breathe

A UC Merced startup has a new idea for stopping infections among these vulnerable patients.