A writing workshop for student veterans offers an opportunity to tell their stories and connect with peers.
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The write stuff
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New study explores links between early-life gut microbiome and neurodevelopment
Researchers join Wellcome Leap’s international effort to better understand early biological influences on neurodevelopment.
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UC alums win Oscars, make history
Going into the 98th Academy Awards, two films, “One Battle After Another” and “Sinners,” were seen as favorites across many categories — and thanks to the contributions of UC alumni, both won their fair share.
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UC researchers develop a genetic sensor that could allow MRIs to image molecular-level changes
In a development that could transform how scientists study cancer, neurodegeneration and inflammation, researchers have invented a new sensor that enables MRI machines to visualize molecular activity inside cells.
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Scientists bottle the sun with liquid battery
A new bio-inspired molecule captures solar energy and releases it as heat on demand, outperforming lithium-ion batteries.
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Douglass Day at UC Santa Barbara invites the public to transcribe Black history
Held annually on Frederick Douglass’ birthday, the decade-old collaborative initiative takes up the Colored Conventions and the theme ‘All Rights for All’ at its new institutional home at UCSB.
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How ‘Clueless’ used costumes to create its characters
The looks created for the film helped define a generation and solidified fashion as a key character in the story.
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Nearly 60 of UC’s youngest innovators featured on the 2026 Forbes “30 Under 30” list
UC alumni and faculty from seven campuses are leading the way for the next generation across AI, entrepreneurship, health care, social impact and more.
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Binge-worthy UC: Books, music and movies worth diving into this holiday
Pondering how you’re going to stay busy this winter, or looking for some last-minute gifts? Take a look at some recent titles from alumni and faculty across the UC system and while away the winter with us.
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10 awesome discoveries from UC research in 2025
A year of new treatments, new technologies, new ways to stay safe during disasters and new insights on the mysteries of the galaxy, our planet and our past.
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What makes UC a scientific powerhouse? Ask a Nobel laureate
Four UC Nobel laureates on what they discovered here, why it matters, and why their world-changing work could only have happened at the University of California.
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New haptic display technology creates 3D graphics you can see and feel
Researchers at UC Santa Barbara have invented a display technology for on-screen graphics that can be felt via touch.