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UC Newsroom |

Coming of age in a warming world: How UC students are turning climate anxiety into action

How do UC students think about their futures, knowing that the climate they were born into will probably look a whole lot different than the one they grow old in?

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UC Newsroom |

A UC degree launched Miguel Tamayo’s life as an aerospace engineer. Here’s how he paid for college.

Hear how one student paid for a UC education. 

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UC San Diego |

UC San Diego undergrads modernize Tijuana’s emergency response system

The Cruz Roja Global Ties team created a mobile app to make ambulance dispatch in Tijuana easier, faster and more efficient.
First author Christian Guerrero-Juarez and Maksim Plikus, associate professor in developmental and cell biology.
UC Irvine |

UC Irvine-led study reveals how blood cells help wounds heal scar-free

New insights could lead to better anti-scarring treatments.
Gregor Martynus and Jana Gallus hold their triplets
UCLA |

Lullabies to help premature infants eat

Researchers work with a family with triplets to study a lullaby device used in the intensive care unit.
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Berkeley Lab |

16 elements: Berkeley Lab’s contributions to the periodic table

In celebration of the 150th anniversary of the periodic table, a look at how far it’s come and where it’s headed.
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UC Santa Barbara via The Conversation |

How scientists pack butterflies, frogs and sea turtles for the bumpy road

Three scientists explain how they keep threatened species safe on their way to new habitats.
Vocal outbursts map
UC Berkeley |

When a sigh is not just a sigh

A brand new audio map of vocal outbursts spans 24 emotions.
Kris Perry near the sea
UC Santa Cruz |

Gov. Newsom appoints alumna and famed plaintiff Kris Perry to key post

The nationally recognized advocate for children receives a key post in the new administration.
Terry Glenn and fellow students
UC Newsroom |

Young, gifted and black: The next generation of researchers

For Black History Month, we highlight young researchers who are turning their work into a potent force for social justice and equity.
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UCLA |

Joint bank accounts make for happier couples

Those who keep finances separate are likelier to split up, be less satisfied with their relationship.
Graduates-to-be line up at the UCLA community school
UC Newsroom |

Paving a path to college

UC's partner high schools try new approaches to make college a reality for historically underrepresented communities.
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UC Davis |

Want a successful Super Bowl ad? Don't make people think

Ads that take a certain approach find victory during the game's biggest event.
A golden retriever jumps in a pond
UC Davis |

Dogs on some popular, grain-free diets could be at risk of heart disease

Trendy dog food formulations lacking in some nutritional elements can bring about unintended harm to your pets.