The evolutionary advantage of the teenage brain
Five UC research stories that got the world talking in 2019
A device that translates brain signals into speech is just one of the UC breakthroughs that got the world’s attention in 2019.
UC's race to stay ahead of wildfires
UC San Diego matches increased fire danger with improved monitoring capability.
Why are humans the only species prone to heart attacks?
Gene loss 2 to 3 million years ago may explain why coronary events are common in humans but rare in other animals.
UC reserve system grows to include Point Reyes, Mount Lassen
The new locations will provide opportunities for scientists and students as part of the world's largest university-administered reserve network.
UC women empowering their communities
For Women's History Month, we spotlight just a few of the women who share their love of community with our community.
Young, gifted and black: The next generation of researchers
For Black History Month, we highlight young researchers who are turning their work into a potent force for social justice and equity.
UC’s most buzzworthy research of 2018
A looming beer shortage, the gender paradox and consumer products dominated the conversation this year.
Prenatal exposure to chemicals in personal care products may speed puberty in girls
Early onset puberty has been linked with an increased risk of mental illness and cancer.
How to make the best pie ever using science
What's going on in Grandma's recipe at a molecular level.
Cuddling is good for babies — and you, too
Touch boosts the health of premature babies. For those doing the cuddling, the personal rewards are also boundless.
The ‘aha moment’ that led to nuclear physics
How Ernest O. Lawrence looked inside the atom — and beyond.