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Grants Expand Roadway Safety Programs to Native American Youth and Older Drivers

December 9, 2024

The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science at University of California San Diego is creating programs to improve safety for all roadway users, including drivers, pedestrians and cyclists. With support from two grants from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the NHTSA, the school is developing an educational program geared towards Native American youth as well as new online courses to improve older driver safety.

Dogs Use Two-Word Button Combos to Communicate, Study Shows

December 9, 2024

Study from UC San Diego’s Comparative Cognition Lab shows that dogs trained to use soundboards to “talk” are capable of making two-word button combinations that go beyond random behavior or simple imitation of their owners.

A New Approach to Predicting Malaria Drug Resistance

December 9, 2024

Researchers at UC San Diego analyzed the genomes of hundreds of malaria parasites to determine which genetic variants are most likely to confer drug resistance.

Changes in Blood Cell Production Over the Lifetime Could Impact Leukemia Outcomes

December 5, 2024

The first comprehensive map of the dramatic changes that take place in the blood system over the course of the human lifetime could have implications for the treatment of acute myeloid leukemia and other blood diseases.

San Diego Supercomputer Center Receives NSF Grant to Enable AI Research on NVIDIA DGX Cloud Resources

December 5, 2024

SDSC has been awarded an EAGER award to enable research groups to effectively use NVIDIA DGX cloud platforms. This includes optimization of system setups, performance monitoring and determining the best ways to run National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource Pilot projects on the resources.

City of San Diego Partners with UC San Diego to Expand Employee Education Options

December 5, 2024

The University of California San Diego’s Division of Extended Studies and the Rady School of Management have partnered with the City of San Diego to offer free and discounted tuition as well as scholarships to city employees over the next five years.

Tips to Beat Seasonal Overwhelm

December 5, 2024

As the calendar year winds down, the combination of finals and the holiday season can make this time of year feel overwhelming. Mindfulness—a practice of being present and accepting each moment with kindness—might just be the antidote you’re looking for.

2024 Triton Holiday Gift Guide

December 5, 2024

Spread Triton cheer this holiday season with a curated collection of unique gifts and offerings inspired by the UC San Diego community. From gourmet treats crafted by alumni to unforgettable on-campus experiences, this curated list has something special for everyone on your holiday shopping list.

UC San Diego and Scripps Research Join National Team to Make Vision-restoring Whole Eye Transplants a Reality

December 3, 2024

A San Diego team is part of a major undertaking that will bring together more than 40 scientists, doctors, and industry experts hand-picked from around the country to make vision-restoring whole eye transplants a reality. At UC San Diego, a research team led by Professor Shadi Dayeh, in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, will develop a wireless, multi-modal electrode system to wire the optic nerve to the brain with high-end precision after an eye transplant to restore vision.

Home and Neighborhood Environments Impact Sedentary Behavior in Teens Globally

December 3, 2024

Adolescents worldwide are spending an average of 8 to 10 hours per day engaging in sedentary activities such as watching television, using electronic devices, playing video games and riding in motorized vehicles, according to a multinational study published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity.
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