UC Newsroom |

New UC-led institute awarded $25M to explore potential of quantum computing and train a future workforce

The development of the quantum computer will be a real scientific revolution, says Dan Stamper-Kurn, UC Berkeley professor of physics and director of the institute.

UC Riverside |

UC Riverside discovers first effective treatment for citrus-destroying disease

The disease that has devastated crops in Florida and threatens California may finally be stoppable.

UC Berkeley |

UC Berkeley launches trial of saliva test for COVID-19

Saliva can be gathered without medical supervision, unlike current tests, which saves time, money and precious PPE.

UCLA |

Wearable-tech glove translates sign language into speech in real time

It is inexpensive, flexible and highly durable, UCLA bioengineers say.

UC Irvine |

The future of retail

The pandemic may have altered the shopping landscape in permanent ways.

UC Newsroom |

Is now the time to be your own boss?

Seven alumni on finding purpose and what to know before you become your own boss.

UC Santa Cruz |

UC Santa Cruz–based nonprofit helps small businesses weather the COVID-19 lockdown by going analog to digital

Students partner with businesses to help keep local Santa Cruz standbys alive.

UC Irvine |

UC Irvine physicists exploring use of Blu-ray disc lasers to kill COVID-19, other viruses

Blu-ray back in style? Its low-cost technology could be employed in hand-held devices and ventilation systems.

UC Santa Barbara |

Researchers mobilize to print protective gear for local medical facilities

California NanoSystems Institute launches 3-D printed face shield and mask effort.

UC Newsroom |

UC launches grant program to spur urgently needed COVID-19 research

To accelerate breakthroughs, UC will provide $2 million in seed funding to scientists across the state combating COVID-19.

UC Davis |

Free tools, teacher resources for distance learning in math

With many K-12 schools closed nationwide, teachers and students can now get free tools from STEM education experts.

UC San Diego |

UC San Diego engineers and doctors team up to retrofit and 3-D print ventilators

Students, staff and faculty are addressing one of the key challenges of COVID-19 outbreak.