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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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Nine surprising facts about the cost of attending the University of California

Did you know that tuition is fully covered for more than half of UC's California students? Find out more about financial aid.
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UC president, regents recognize students for outstanding resilience, leadership and service

Five inspiring UC students received honors at the UC Regents meeting in San Francisco last week.
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UC Agriculture and Natural Resources |

UC Cooperative Extension advisors organize educational event in north San Joaquin Valley on new pest, disease threatening California almonds

UC Cooperative Extension spent 2024 investigating the extent of a new beetle threat in the almond-growing regions of the state and learning from peers in Australia, where the insect has been a persistent scourge for a decade.
Glowing, swirling stars in a panorama: A photomosaic panorama of the Andromeda galaxy assembled over 10 years by the Hubble Space Telescope
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The Andromeda galaxy is finally viewed in all its glory, thanks to the help of UC Berkeley and UC Santa Cruz astronomers

The Hubble Space Telescope completes a high-resolution portrait of our galaxy's gorgeous neighbor, which will help scientists better understand our Milky Way.

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