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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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A COVID-19 patient on a ventilator being checked by a doctor
UC Riverside |

The unintended consequences of using a ventilator

Breakthrough research addresses a long-standing question in pulmonary medicine about whether modern ventilators overstretch lung tissue: They do.
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UC Newsroom |

At global climate summit, UC leaders share expertise in education, health care and the world’s oceans

Nearly 200 countries will participate in the United Nations’ climate change conference, known as COP27 (short for the 27th Conference of the Parties) from Nov. 6-18.
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UC Davis |

Looking for romance? That first impression matters

First impressions of compatibility and popularity stick with us, study suggests.
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UC Newsroom |

Midterms are coming! Here’s how to cast your ballot

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