The California startups taking on climate change
Solar-paneled canals getting a test run in San Joaquin Valley
Sweating the small stuff: Smartwatch developed at UCLA measures key stress hormone
UCSF dyslexia researchers develop tool to flag early reading challenges
Scientists create the world’s thinnest magnet
A one-atom-thin 2D magnet developed by Berkeley Lab and UC Berkeley could advance new applications in computing and electronics.
UC celebrates $15 million Mellon grant to support faculty diversity
Calling all couch potatoes: This finger wrap can let you power electronics while you sleep
This new sweat-fueled device generates power even while the wearer is asleep or sitting still — no exercise required.
‘Neuroprosthesis’ allows man with paralysis to put thoughts into words freely — a first
The new technology, which translates signals from the brain, could lead to more natural communication for people who have suffered speech loss.
Can we fireproof our houses?
Michele Barbato is looking in unexpected places for ways to build affordable homes that can handle disaster, including wildfires.
The story behind our infinitely recyclable plastic
Berkeley Lab scientists are solving the practical and environmental problems of traditional plastics.
A new way to remove salts and toxic metals from water
Desalination can help meet growing water needs globally, but current techniques are limited. A new approach holds promise.
UC Berkeley will auction NFTs of Nobel Prize-winning inventions to fund research
Nonfungible tokens are all the rage, and now UC Berkeley is minting its own to raise money for research and education.