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A new (and surprising) way to use solar panels
In the middle of California's Central Valley, a new way to use solar panels could change how we think about clean energy and water. It’s a simple idea that people have talked about for decades, but only now is it finally being tested in real life.
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18 UC faculty named 2026 Sloan Research fellows
More Sloan fellows are affiliated with UC than with any other institution granted the awards this year, and UC leads all institutions in Sloan fellows across the program’s 61-year history.
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How writing rewires your brain to face everyday challenges
Written words can do much more than communicate.
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Can our pets really say ‘I love you’? Science is finding out
Pet soundboards allow our four-legged friends to press buttons and express themselves in human language. But is it real? UC San Diego professor Federico Rossano shares his research into this social media phenomenon.
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UC tops worldwide ranking of universities for patented inventions
The No. 1 ranking highlights UC’s unmatched record for innovation that drives societal progress and bolsters the economy.
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