UC Merced |
Looking to jellyfish for environmental answers
Despite their simple marine forms, jellies may provide answers to complex environmental questions.
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory |
Laser researchers revolutionize aviation industry
The flying public benefits from stronger, safer aircraft because of lab research.
NPR |
Does money make you mean?
UC Berkeley social psychologist Paul Piff describes how wealth changes behavior and how almost anyone's behavior can change when they're made to feel rich.
UC Berkeley |
Hummingbird evolution soared after invading South America 22 million years ago
A newly constructed family tree tells a story of a unique group of birds that ultimately found its paradise in South America 22 million years ago.
Los Alamos National Laboratory |
A CAVE for supercomputing
In this special room, 3-D visualization allows researchers to test hypotheses, fueled by supercomputing power.
New York Times |
The wealth gap in America is growing, too
Income inequality has increased in the United States — and wealth inequality has been increasing too, as a new study by researchers from UC Berkeley and elsewhere shows.
UC Research Tumblr |
The science of love: why some couples last for life
Love can be a battlefield. UC Berkeley psychologist Robert Levenson examines what makes a successful relationship.
Wall Street Journal |
Feds to require rearview cameras in new vehicles
Research from UC Irvine ultimately has led to requirements to reduce risk of child injuries from backing-up cars and trucks.
UC Davis |
Bullying happens to popular teens, too
You'd think that the popular kids don't get picked on, but as a teenager's social status rises, they're more apt to be bullied. Increased social combat may be to blame.
UC Newsroom |
Elephant seal data points to climate change
High-tech tracking of how and where these ocean creatures live is painting a picture of how ecosystems are influenced.
UCLA Magazine |
The revolution will be printed in 3-D
From pizza to prosthetics — even apartments — 3-D printing is poised to revolutionize society.
UC Davis |
Scientists solve the riddle of zebras’ stripes
Alternating hues help discourage biting flies from tormenting the short-haired creatures.