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Long-accepted theory explaining the nature of our universe may need updating, new analysis indicates
New results from Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument hint that the influence of mysterious force driving universe's accelerating expansion may change over time.
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Discoveries that changed the world: Meet UC’s women Nobel laureates
Nearly a quarter of the women who have received Nobel Prizes in science have ties to UC.
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Whale waste helps health of oceans by funneling nutrients to the tropics, new study shows
Whale waste helps health of oceans by funneling nutrients to the tropics, new study from UC Santa Cruz shows
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Explaining how our biological clocks work and how to better regulate our circadian rhythms
A Q&A with renowned chronobiologist and UC Santa Cruz Professor Carrie Partch
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Gauchos wrangle top prize in California Ballot Bowl
UC Santa Barbara rose to the top of the statewide campus election competition, as UC San Diego, UC Berkeley and UC Santa Cruz also took home honors.
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UC Santa Cruz scientists slither into the history books with first complete genome of a banana slug
UC Santa Cruz genomics experts gained new insights into the campus's endearingly eccentric mascot — and overcame the unique challenges presented by the animal's slime.
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46 of UC’s youngest stars shine on the 2025 Forbes 30 Under 30 list
Young UC alums, students and faculty from eight campuses and two national labs made the Forbes 30 Under 30 list across a slew of categories.
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Nine surprising facts about the cost of attending the University of California
Did you know that tuition is fully covered for more than half of UC's California students? Find out more about financial aid.
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The Andromeda galaxy is finally viewed in all its glory, thanks to the help of UC Berkeley and UC Santa Cruz astronomers
The Hubble Space Telescope completes a high-resolution portrait of our galaxy's gorgeous neighbor, which will help scientists better understand our Milky Way.
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Los Angeles fires news and resources: What’s happening across the UC system and how you can help
Links and resources for staying up with the latest, along with information on how you can help.
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How a UC Santa Cruz professor unearthed the oldest alphabet yet
The emerging importance of the find underscores a key truth about archaeology: artifacts often hold secrets that only later generations can unlock.
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UC awards $15.5M in research grants to tackle big questions in health, AI, agriculture and climate justice
Researchers will gather better data on maternal health, test new ways of filtering ‘forever’ chemicals from wastewater and work with California schools to protect students from extreme heat.