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Two Scripps-Named Marine Species Make Top 10 List

Scientists at Scripps Institution of Oceanography have identified and described two of the otherworldly species highlighted in the latest “Top 10 New Marine Species” list from the World Register of Marine Species.

What We’re Watching for Women’s History Month

Need something new to stream? UC San Diego Today compiled a list of films and series — from inspiring true stories to pop culture favorites — that highlight women's voices, leadership and influence during Women's History Month.

25 Years of Courage and Curiosity: Sally Ride Science at UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies

Celebrating 25 years, Sally Ride Science at UC San Diego inspires students, educators, and families with hands-on STEAM programs that spark curiosity and confidence.

A UC San Diego Tool Teaching Code to 25 Million is Even More Critical in Age of AI

When generative AI began writing code with uncanny fluency, it sparked a question: If a chatbot can build software, do people still need to learn to code? Professor of Cognitive Science Philip Guo says absolutely. Understanding code is now more important than ever because AI can get it wrong.

Sound Waves Could Be Used to Remotely Reprogram Material Stiffness, Study Shows

A team of researchers co-led by UC San Diego engineers has demonstrated a new way to remotely control how a material behaves — using sound. The findings could lead to the development of protective gear, robotic muscles or medical implants that adjust their stiffness on demand.

Curing the Bystander Effect: A New Base Editing Tool Minimizes Unwanted Edits to DNA

Base editing is still a new technology. Alexis Komor is working to improve its efficiency, while lowering unwanted bystander edits. This occurs when a base editor not only edits the desired nucleobase, but edits surrounding bases as well. Komor’s lab has developed a way to minimize bystander edits.

From Dog Soundboards to Smarter AI: What Animal Communication Reveals

Why does studying animal communication matter — and what might it teach us about building better AI? Federico Rossano, associate professor of cognitive science is pursuing those questions with groundbreaking work to understand animal intelligence.

Human-Made Chemicals Found Throughout Ocean Environments

A new study analyzing more than 2,300 seawater samples from around the world has found that human-made chemicals — from plastic additives and industrial lubricants to pharmaceuticals and pesticides — are widespread in the marine environment, particularly in coastal and estuarine waters.

Blink and You’ll Miss It: Haiwang Yong’s Research Happens in a Fraction of a Second

If you think “instantaneous” happens in a second, you should meet Haiwang Yong. An assistant professor of chemistry at the University of California San Diego, Yong uses ultrafast spectroscopy to observe the motion of atoms and electrons in femtoseconds, equal to 10-15 of a second.

Women’s Basketball Wins Second Straight Big West Title

For the second season in a row, the Tritons are headed to March Madness. After defeating Hawai’i 60-48 to capture The Big West Championship, UC San Diego women's basketball will now face TCU on March 20 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

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