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7 world-changing UC innovations that emerged from federal research funding

From the internet to the ozone layer, AI to the human genome, UC scientists have turned federal research funding into history-making, economy-boosting solutions.

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Cuts to federal science spending will cost every American

America’s scientific leadership is teetering. The proposed federal budget would send it off a cliff.

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UCLA engineer flight study
UCLA |

UCLA engineer studies avian flight

This government-funded research will help design unmanned aircraft with shapeshifting wings.
UC Office of the President |

UC report strongly disputes assertions in state audit, demonstrates how it puts California students first

The University of California released "Straight Talk on Hot-Button Issues: UC Admissions, Finances, and Transparency," a new report.
Kent Bradford, left, and Alfred Huo, seen here with a flowering lettuce plant, found that lettuce could be prevented from flowering by increasing the expression of a specific microRNA in the plants. The high levels of this microRNA prevent the plant from
UC Davis |

Gene blocking lettuce germination also regulates flowering time

Discovery could be crucial for adapting to climate change.
New UC admits celebrate on social media
UC Newsroom |

Students celebrate admission to UC on social media

Newly selected applicants expressed their joy after getting the happy news.
UC Merced methane testing
UC Merced |

NASA, UC Merced successfully test miniature methane sensor

New drones can more accurately pinpoint methane leaks and enhance safety in rural areas.
UCSF new neuroscience building
UC San Francisco |

New UC San Francisco neuroscience building meets approval

UC regents sign off on a plan to construct additional facility for UCSF's world-class program.
UC Santa Barbara education
UC Santa Barbara |

A new twist on educational testing

A UC Santa Barbara team believe an entrepreneurial approach can drive positive change in education.
UCLA Match Day 2016
UC Newsroom |

Thrills, tears and jubilation mark Match Day

Years of medical school build up to this one moment - when students across the country tear open their envelopes and learn where they will train as resident physicians for the next three to five years.
UC Newsroom |

UC steps up efforts to address student mental health

UC is hiring 85 clinicians to increase access to student mental health services.
NCAA march madness
UCLA |

The science behind our love for March Madness

What makes us so passionate about sports? A UCLA professor explains.
UCSF mindfulness study
UC San Francisco |

Mindful eating, meditation may lead to better metabolic health

UC San Francisco study shows mindfulness training may boost other benefits of weight-loss program.
Grad Slam Berkeley 2015
UC Berkeley |

Grad Slam brings TED style to UC Berkeley grad students’ research

You can watch ten finalists face off live on March 28 for the chance to compete in the UC-wide competition.