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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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UC San Francisco |

How does marijuana affect our bodies?

UCSF experts shed light on persistent cannabis myths.
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UCLA |

UCLA saves lives: Baby with hypophosphatasia thriving following therapy at birth

UCLA patient Francis Saputra is likely the youngest person to receive lifesaving treatment for his rare genetic disorder.
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UC Newsroom |

More than 50 employers expected at free HireUC career summit in the Central Valley

The event, open to all UC alumni, offers jobs, networking, inspiration, workshops and even free headshots.
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UC San Diego |

Photographing ‘All the Sharks’ leads to victory

A Q&A with Scripps Oceanography scientist Brendan Talwar

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