More common in children than autism, SPD has only recently gained recognition as a distinct neurological disorder. UCSF's Elysa Marco explains how her team's groundbreaking research may lead to a greater understanding of the condition, as well as better diagnosis and treatment.
The key to cybersecurity
UC Santa Barbara professor receives prestigous award for his efforts to strengthen encryption.
Parched California tries to grab stormwater before it escapes
UC Santa Cruz geologists combat the drought with an innovative plan to leverage precipitation for aquifers.
Wildfire emissions worse in polluted areas
UC Riverside study shows plants grown in poor air release more pollutants when burned than biomass in purer areas.
Your 3-D printer is telling people what it's making
A UC Irvine team finds objects can be reconstructed based on sounds during the printing process, with big implications for industrial espionage.
Shinto tradition to reach a new set of readers
UC Santa Barbara scholar creates the world's first book series outside of Japan on the Shinto tradition.
Caring, not just understanding, makes for a responsive partner
Pyschologists at UC Santa Barbara find that cognitive empathy alone is not enough when it comes to providing support in relationships.
Scientists tap the smarts of mice, capture problem-solving in action
UC Berkeley researchers provide the first live images of how learning rewires the brain.
Unusual salamanders lurk beneath UC Santa Cruz
Students and biologists explore caverns on campus to see how climate change affects the world below our feet.
Yes, even CRISPR pioneer Jennifer Doudna experiences gender bias
Professors from UC Berkeley and UC Davis discuss breaking down barriers for women in science.
Doctor says: When it comes to breastfeeding, your health and happiness matter as much as your baby’s
3 UC doctors suggest mothers prioritize their mental health when making choices about infant care.
Handel scholar discovers new cantata by a Baroque master
A UC Berkeley professor investigates an old manuscript and finds a new composition, to be conducted this spring.