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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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46 of UC’s youngest stars shine on the 2025 Forbes 30 Under 30 list

Young UC alums, students and faculty from eight campuses and two national labs made the Forbes 30 Under 30 list across a slew of categories.
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Through their eyes and in their voices: UC PRIME alums reflect on 20 years

A look back at the success of the UC PRIME medical education model, seen through the experiences of PRIME alums.
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Building better futures

Student volunteers with Engineers Without Borders aim to improve quality of life in underserved communities worldwide.
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UC San Francisco |

What’s behind preterm birth? Scientists just found a big clue

Researchers discovered a molecular timer that gets activated in the first days of pregnancy and influences when mice give birth.

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