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Making Yeast More Efficient ‘Cell Factories’ for Producing Valuable Plant Compounds

October 24, 2025

Researchers have discovered a way to make yeast cells more efficient “factories” for sustainably producing valuable plant compounds, which could be used to help plants defend against disease, repel pests, attract pollinators, and withstand environmental stresses such as drought and heat.

Teenagers and Young Adults Who Use Cannabis Have a Higher Risk of Progressing to Regular Tobacco Use

October 23, 2025

Researchers at UC San Diego have found that teenagers and young adults who use cannabis have a higher risk of progressing to regular tobacco use, suggesting a need to incorporate cannabis prevention into tobacco control programs.

Meet Skaggs School of Pharmacy’s Newest Clinical Faculty

October 23, 2025

The Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is proud to welcome four outstanding new clinical faculty members whose expertise spans HIV, health economics, emergency medicine, compassionate communication and more.

From Classroom to Courtroom Faster: UC San Diego and USD School of Law Launch Accelerated Pathway

October 23, 2025

New partnership streamlines route for aspiring attorneys to earn bachelor’s and law degrees in six years instead of seven.

2025 Revelle Medal Recipients Announced

October 23, 2025

UC San Diego has announced the 2025 recipients of the prestigious Revelle Medal: Edward A. Dennis, David A. Lake, Maria Savoia, M.D., Nicholas C. Spitzer and Tony Yaksh.

Healing Without Harm: Collaboration is Key in Clinical Pharmacist’s Quest to Safeguard Kidney Health

October 23, 2025

UC San Diego clinical pharmacist Linda Awdishu collaborates with a multidisciplinary team of researchers using AI and precision medicine to improve kidney care and improve patient outcomes.

Following the Signs

October 22, 2025

UC San Diego women's soccer captain Talisa Lin has become an American Sign Language (ASL) advocate on campus.

Survey: Californians Don’t Know Cannabis Driving Laws

October 22, 2025

A survey led by UC San Diego researchers has found that while a third of Californian's use cannabis, many do not have a full understanding of the laws and regulations around cannabis and driving.

UC San Diego Pharmacy School Names Inaugural Chair of New Department

October 22, 2025

University of California San Diego Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences has named Linda Awdishu, Pharm.D., M.A.S., chair of the newly formed Department of Pharmacy Practice and Sciences. Awdishu is the inaugural chair holder.

Why It’s Not Just About Money: Who Goes to the Ballet, Opera and Symphony

October 22, 2025

Why do some people regularly attend the opera, visit art galleries, or go to classical music concerts—while others rarely, if ever, do? The easy answer might be, “They can’t afford it.” But according to recent research from the Rady School the real explanation goes far beyond money.
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