UC Merced grad student, alumnus play significant role in Mars 2020 mission
July 30, 2020
As the rover soars toward Mars, a UC Merced lab will be partially responsible for its success.
Do fidget spinners really work?
July 30, 2020
The study will assess whether a high-tech fidget device increases focus and relieves anxiety in adults with ADHD.
New UC-led institute awarded $25M to explore potential of quantum computing and train a future workforce
July 29, 2020
The development of the quantum computer will be a real scientific revolution, says Dan Stamper-Kurn, UC Berkeley professor of physics and director of the institute.
UC Berkeley launches trial of saliva test for COVID-19
June 30, 2020
Saliva can be gathered without medical supervision, unlike current tests, which saves time, money and precious PPE.
Wearable-tech glove translates sign language into speech in real time
June 30, 2020
It is inexpensive, flexible and highly durable, UCLA bioengineers say.
UC Santa Cruz–based nonprofit helps small businesses weather the COVID-19 lockdown by going analog to digital
May 21, 2020
Students partner with businesses to help keep local Santa Cruz standbys alive.
UC Irvine physicists exploring use of Blu-ray disc lasers to kill COVID-19, other viruses
May 20, 2020
Blu-ray back in style? Its low-cost technology could be employed in hand-held devices and ventilation systems.
A digital library revolution takes flight
May 14, 2020
UC libraries may be closed, but students and faculty still have access to 13 million digital volumes.
Say goodbye to boring backdrops and hello to UC
May 14, 2020
Take a trip through some of UC's most evocative locations with our Zoom backgrounds.
Researchers mobilize to print protective gear for local medical facilities
April 16, 2020
California NanoSystems Institute launches 3-D printed face shield and mask effort.