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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 Santa Barbara |

A prehistoric cosmic airburst preceded the advent of agriculture in the Levant

The transition from hunting and gathering to agriculture in the ancient Middle East began with a bang, according to new research from UC Santa Barbara.
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UC Berkeley |

A history of innovation: UC Berkeley entrepreneurs, companies that changed the way we live

You may not know these names, but you definitely know the results of their work.
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UC Irvine |

UC Irvine astronomers offer tips for safe observation of upcoming partial solar eclipse

The Oct. 14 mid-morning event will be viewable in Southern California
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UC Davis |

Visualize the complexities of being Native through art

The Gorman Museum of Native American Art celebrated its 50th anniversary with a move into a new gallery space.

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