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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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John Chaput, UCI professor of pharmaceutical sciences, stands smiling in front of a white board that is covered with notes.
UC Irvine |

UC Irvine-developed COVID-19 test detects, identifies specific variants with 100% accuracy

The new RNA-based method advances personalized medicine for improved patient care.
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UC Santa Barbara |

What do you think of when you picture a scientist?

There are many versions of a female scientist, but still more work to do to overcome stereotypes, researcher says.
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UC Riverside |

Demographic dilemma: slowing population growth, not pandemic, at the root of U.S. worker shortage

Our ability to meet current and future demand is challenged — a problem magnified in California due to housing scarcity.
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UC Newsroom |

UC on track to produce 1.2M graduates by 2030

It's a 20 percent increase over earlier projections as UC makes steady progress on the degree attainment goals in its 2030 Plan.

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