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Cellular Atlas of Amygdala Reveals New Treatment Target for Cocaine Addiction

October 5, 2023

Researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine have used single-cell sequencing to identify a potential new treatment for cocaine addiction and shed new light on the molecular underpinnings of addiction.

New Energy-storing Material Could Also Be Used To Build Electronic Gadgets

October 5, 2023

Gadgets and vehicles powered by the very materials they’re built from may soon be possible, thanks to a new structural supercapacitor developed by UC San Diego engineers. The device doubles as structural support and energy storage, potentially adding more energy capacity without adding weight.

Tritons Unite for UC San Diego’s 2023 Homecoming Celebration

October 5, 2023

Homecoming and Family Weekend takes place from Oct. 16-22, featuring dozens of events and activities for the campus community.

Q&A with Latinx Heritage Month Speaker Kat Lazo

October 5, 2023

Award-winning director, producer and host Kat Lazo—best known for her Mitú series "The Kat Call"—will deliver the keynote address Oct. 25 for UC San Diego’s 3rd Annual Latinx Heritage Month Commemoration Ceremony. We spoke with Lazo to learn about her career journey, important lessons and more.

Bioengineering Undergraduate Awarded Public Service Scholarship

October 5, 2023

Daniel John, a bioengineering undergraduate student at UC San Diego, was one of 11 students from across the state awarded the $15,000 Strauss Scholarship for outstanding students developing social change or public service projects.

Take 10 with a Triton: Donna Mojarro Nurtures Our Littlest Tritons

October 5, 2023

For nearly 50 years, UC San Diego’s Early Childhood Education Center has provided high-quality care and education for the children of students, faculty and staff. After serving as Lead Teacher for 16 years, Donna Mojarro was recently appointed Interim Coordinator, Education and Operations.

These Robots Helped Understand How Insects Evolved Two Distinct Strategies of Flight

October 4, 2023

Robots built by engineers at the University of California San Diego helped achieve a major breakthrough in understanding how insect flight evolved, described in the Oct. 4, 2023 issue of the journal Nature.

Extended Studies Showcase 2023 Brings Campus and Community Together for Powerful Partnerships

October 3, 2023

UC San Diego Extended Studies hosted a full day of learning, discovery, and exploration at Showcase 2023 on Thursday, September 21, in celebration of powerful partnerships.

Welcome, New Tritons—Your Adventure Begins Here

October 3, 2023

RIMAC Field was buzzing with energy and anticipation on Sept. 26 as UC San Diego formally welcomed incoming students into the academic community during its annual New Student Welcome Convocation.

Considering a Greener Commute? Check Out the Triton Chargers

October 3, 2023

UC San Diego is proud to host a large network of electric vehicle chargers throughout the campus that support more than 2,000 unique drivers. One of them is Rachel Hawkins, member of the Triton Chargers, a club of UC San Diego faculty, staff and students who commute in electric vehicles.
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