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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 month at war: UC Berkeley’s Ukrainian students turn shock, anger into action

Students with Ukrainian roots are finding ways to support the country during the Russian invasion. Two, both law students, are in the theater of war.
UC Riverside |

Addressing race and racism in teacher education programs

Teacher education programs that evade discussions of race and racism often leave teachers of color to bear the brunt of educating students about these matters.
UC Newsroom |

‘If someone’s trying to stop you, you know your vote matters’

A Q&A with historian Lisa Materson on women, voting and political power.
UC Davis |

People turned to gardening for stress relief, food access during pandemic, new survey says

More green spaces and urban farming opportunities could be helpful in future disasters.

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