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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.
UC Irvine physicists exploring use of Blu-ray disc lasers to kill COVID-19, other viruses
Blu-ray back in style? Its low-cost technology could be employed in hand-held devices and ventilation systems.
Researchers mobilize to print protective gear for local medical facilities
California NanoSystems Institute launches 3-D printed face shield and mask effort.
UC launches grant program to spur urgently needed COVID-19 research
To accelerate breakthroughs, UC will provide $2 million in seed funding to scientists across the state combating COVID-19.