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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 Cruz |

What can you do with a humanities degree? A new UC Santa Cruz course has answers

A new course introduces students to the professional possibilities of a humanities education while helping them develop collaboration, leadership, and communication skills that extend far beyond the classroom.
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UC San Diego |

10 ways to build a healthier relationship with yourself and others

Practical steps for building a happier life by improving the way we relate to ourselves and others are at the heart of a UC San Diego course launched by psychologist Karen Dobkins to help students practice good habits.
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UC Davis |

These California wildflowers could save other plants

Understanding native jewelflowers could help plants adapt and survive changing weather patterns.
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UC Merced |

Can AI help predict and manage drought?

A new book explains how AI tools can use historical climate records, current observations, satellite imagery, and sensor data to assess and forecast drought.

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