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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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Can health, lifestyle changes protect elders from Alzheimer’s?

Landmark study shows cognitive improvements when participants keep active, sleep better, are socially engaged and control blood pressure and diabetes.
UC Merced and UC Agriculture and Natural Resources |

Climate change to drive surge in insects that attack almonds, peaches, walnuts

Climate change is expected to spur a surge in agricultural pests, threatening crops in California.
UCLA |

Why emotions stirred by music create such powerful memories

Study shows the dynamics of people’s emotions mold otherwise neutral experiences into memorable events.
UC Irvine |

Fred T. Korematsu Center for Law and Equality and Robert S. Chang to join UCI Law

The center integrates research, advocacy and education to promote racial equity and social justice.

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