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AI Can Seem More Human Than Real Humans in a Classic Turing Test, Study Finds

Politics & Society

A new UC San Diego study unveils the first empirical evidence that a modern artificial intelligence system can pass the Turing test — a major scientific benchmark that asks whether a machine can imitate human conversation so convincingly that people can’t reliably tell it apart from a real person.

Nicole Wertheim, Philanthropist and Champion for Public Health, Dies at 82

In Memoriam

Join us in remembering Nicole Wertheim, a visionary whose transformative gift ignited a movement at UC San Diego. From founding our school of public health to receiving the Chancellor’s Medal, her legacy of spirit and generosity will inspire students and shape a healthier world for generations.

Leucovorin Prescriptions for Children with Autism Surged After Public Attention

Health & Behavior

National study found use of the drug rose sharply following major media coverage and later White House promotion, despite limited large-scale evidence for autism treatment.

AI-Powered CPR Coach Outperforms 911 Dispatchers in Guiding Bystander Resuscitation

Health & Behavior

Open-source AI agent ChatCPR beat human dispatchers at CPR coaching in every head-to-head test - delivering guideline-based help that could save lives in 350,000+ U.S. out-of-hospital cardiac arrests each year.

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Our People, Our Stories, Our Impact

Take a deeper look into the remarkable stories of our changemakers and community-builders, our cutting-edge research, and the global influence of UC San Diego.

Campus & Community

From exciting athletics programs and campus events, to our latest contributions to cutting-edge research—UC San Diego is a vibrant community of creators and innovators, making a positive impact both in San Diego and beyond.

The Songs That Lift Us Up: A UC San Diego Playlist

VOICES

Sometimes the right song arrives at exactly the right moment. Created for Mental Health Awareness Month, this playlist features tracks and reflections shared by the campus community.

UC San Diego iTable Basic Needs Program Wins International Award

Campus News

The Association of International Education Administrators awarded the iTable Basic Needs Program its 2026 Innovative Excellence in Internationalization Award.

2026 Arcades Music Festival Spotlights Hundreds of Student Musicians

Visual & Performing Arts

On Sunday, May 17, more than 300 student musicians will perform at the second annual Arcades Music Festival. The free public event will be a feast for the ears, with over 10 hours of live performances ranging from jazz and chamber music to rock and opera.

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