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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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How urban raccoons adapt to new foraging challenges
A new study documents how these wily wildlife use innovative problem-solving skills when foraging for food.
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What to know about long COVID and how to reduce your risk
UCSF scientists are seeking to solve COVID-19’s greatest riddles with sophisticated imaging techniques that have found long-term immune activation throughout the body.
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UC announces record-breaking admissions for fall 2024
The University of California admitted the largest and most diverse class in its history for fall 2024, including big jumps in admission offers to California students, community college transfers and students historically underrepresented.
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Your ultimate guide to the 100+ UC athletes set to shine at the Paris Olympics
103 UC athletes, supported by 13 UC-affiliated coaches and staff, will be going for gold in the Summer Games, competing in 27 sports and representing 31 different nations and five UC campuses.
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