Collaboration with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory could lead to more efficient energy storage.
Berkeley Lab, UC Berkeley scientists lead new space telescope project
NASA's WFIRST will explore mysteries of dark energy, hunt for distant planets, retrace universe's history during 6-year mission.
UC researchers receive Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers
Seven UC campuses and three labs represented among awardees granted major government honor.
Eye drops to reverse cataracts
UC San Francisco’s Jason Gestwicki describes his lab’s work developing eye drops to reverse cataracts, a potential boon to millions of people who go blind every year in developing countries because they can't afford (or have access to) the current, successful surgical treatment.
Tracking El Niño’s impact
UC Santa Barbara geologists are measuring coastal erosion and the effects of rising sea levels and storms brought by weather phenomenon.
$1.2 million awarded by UCLA to help Los Angeles County thrive despite climate change
Developing smart grids and converting wastewater are among the projects earning grants as part of the Sustainable LA Grand Challenge.
How to sleep like a pro (athlete)
Six tips for better sleep from UCSF expert Cheri Mah, who consults with the Golden State Warriors and other elite athletes.
Mercury levels on rise, says UC Santa Cruz scientist
A new study finds higher quantities of element in rainwater, likely from coal-burning power plant emissions.
UC Irvine experiment allows a paraplegic to walk via brain control for the first time
Researchers use new technology to get patients with spinal cord damage on their feet.
Gene signature could lead to a new way of diagnosing Lyme
A UCSF researcher pioneers a method that could identify up to 10 times more cases than possible at present.
Organic diet cuts pesticide exposure in children
A new UC Berkeley study demonstrates how nutritional changes can lower the amount of insecticide traces in kids.
UC Santa Cruz documents one of the earth's most biodiverse places
New definitive resource published on the structure and function of California’s ecosystems.