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A new (and surprising) way to use solar panels

In the middle of California's Central Valley, a new way to use solar panels could change how we think about clean energy and water. It’s a simple idea that people have talked about for decades, but only now is it finally being tested in real life.

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UC San Diego |

Making vision-restoring whole eye transplants a reality

Technologies developed by UC San Diego and Scripps Research teams will map the human eye-brain connectome, extend the lifespan of the revived human eye, and help regenerate and monitor the optic nerve after a whole eye transplant
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UC Riverside |

Too much sitting hurts even young, active people

A new study reveals that prolonged sitting significantly harms even young, active adults, increasing the risk of heart disease and obesity.
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UC Newsroom |

UC transfer student Vinh Ton: Following his passions and finding community

Being a transfer student didn't stop Vinh Ton from pursuing his divergent passions in the arts, humanities and STEM fields — and making a lot of friends along the way.
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UC Newsroom |

UC transfer student Warif Kastoun: Realizing her dreams

Syrian Civil War refugee overcame chaos and upheaval, holding tight to her dream of becoming a pharmacist.

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