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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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Organoids derived from gut stem cells reveal two distinct molecular subtypes of Crohn’s disease

UC San Diego researchers discover two distinct molecular subtypes of Crohn’s disease using patient-derived organoids, opening the door to personalized treatment for the chronic inflammatory bowel disease.
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UC Board of Regents honors Paris Olympians and Paralympians as they return home with medals, stories and gratitude

UC Olympians and Paralympians were invited to share their reflections on the Summer Games in Paris and honored by the UC Board of Regents in their most recent meeting.
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar awarded UC Presidential Medal

The university’s highest honor, the award recognizes Mr. Abdul-Jabbar’s advocacy, his steadfast support of his alma mater and his efforts to inspire student-athletes.
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University of California secures top spots in 2024-25 U.S. News Best Colleges rankings

UCLA and UC Berkeley are No. 1 and No. 2, but that's not all — UC campuses make up half of the top 10 public schools in the country, with all nine undergraduate campuses in the top 45.

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