The University of California and the Blackstone Charitable Foundation announced today (Sept. 24) the expansion of an exciting program that will equip students with more tools and resources to take their entrepreneurship and innovation to the next level.
UC students gain new resources, opportunities through expanded entrepreneurship program
Water harvester makes it easy to drink water from thin air
A device that cycles 24/7 to produce enough water from desert air to drink is close to hitting the market.
A search engine tool for first responders
Real-time text, photo and video data could help first responders better allocate resources when disaster strikes.
New app allows inspectors to find gas pump skimmers faster
A new tool will help detect devices that criminals install in gas pumps to steal consumer credit and debit card data.
New robotic lens lets you zoom in by blinking your eye
The lens is the first example of an interface between humans and soft machines. Is ‘The Terminator’ next?
Spotting misinformation online via artificial intelligence
Computer scientist William Wang’s deep learning project aims to understand the spread of online misinformation.
Hate spoilers? This AI tool spots them for you
Neural networks-based SpoilerNet is designed to catch online spoilers before they catch you off guard.
UC Berkeley to put an experiment on the surface of the moon in the next 2 years
Among the select few chosen by NASA to put a project on the moon, campus scientists now race to get ready.
New technology helps media detect ‘deepfakes’
From wrinkled noses to pursed lips, the distinct quirks in how we speak may hold the key to combating manipulated videos.
Activist, entrepreneur duo ready to throw the ‘pink tax’ overboard
It's a classic American story: Soon-to-be grads Helen and Rachel Lee are fighting to get a tax — on feminine hygiene products — repealed.
Want to meditate more effectively? Try algorithms
Digital media often seems to deplete our attention. Scientists have found a way to flip that equation.
Synthetic version of CBD treats seizures in rats
Scientists develop a cannabidiol analogue that shows promise for treating epilepsy without needing to cultivate marijuana.