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Understanding How Neurons Shape Memories of Smells

March 9, 2015

In a study that helps to deconstruct how olfaction is encoded in the brain, neuroscientists at University of California, San Diego School of Medicine have identified a type of neuron that appears to help tune, amplify and dampen neuronal responses to chemosensory inputs from the nasal cavity.

Blood-Based Genetic Biomarkers Identify Young Boys with Autism

March 9, 2015

In a study published in the current online issue of JAMA Psychiatry, an international team of scientists, led by researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine, report finding a highly accurate blood-based measure that could lead to development of a clinical test for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) risk in males as young as one to two years old. The test could be done in community pediatric settings.

SDSC Announces 2015 Summer Internships for High School Students

March 9, 2015

The San Diego Supercomputer Center (SDSC) at the University of California, San Diego, has announced internship opportunities for its 2015 Research Experience for High School Students (REHS) summer program, which places students into multidisciplinary research teams to help them gain experience in selected areas of computational research.

UC San Diego, Lawrence Livermore Lab Collaborate on Study of ‘Matter Under Extreme Conditions’

March 5, 2015

From the unthinkable extremes of temperature and pressure in the hearts of stars, to the behavior of electrons in computer chips, the study of matter under extreme conditions involves disciplines as varied as engineering, astrophysics, and supercomputing – and gains in importance as we seek to harness the benefits of matter “in extremis.”

Researchers Discover Protein’s Pivotal Role in Heart Failure

March 5, 2015

Researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine have identified a key piece in the complex molecular puzzle underlying heart failure – a serious and sometimes life-threatening disorder affecting more than 5 million Americans.

Funding Future Stewards of Our Land and Oceans

March 5, 2015

“One of the real shortcomings for children in communities like City Heights and other areas is the lack of opportunity to have exposure to cultural institutions as well as museums and science resources,” said Robert E. Price, who with his wife Allison leads Price Philanthropies, a private family foundation.

Giancarlo Esposito of ‘Breaking Bad’ Inspires Crowd at Black History Month Scholarship Brunch

March 5, 2015

Actor Giancarlo Esposito may best be known as “Gustavo Fring,” from his Emmy-nominated portrayal of a cold, calculating drug kingpin who led a double life as a legitimate businessman on the critically acclaimed TV series "Breaking Bad." The man who spoke to a crowd of hundreds at UC San Diego’s annual Black History Month Scholarship Brunch Saturday, however, couldn’t appear more different. The celebrated film, TV and theatre actor was animated, energetic and warm as he spoke about a variety of topics.

Your Help is Needed during Triton Days to Inspire Admitted Students and Families

March 5, 2015

From learning to grow food sustainably at Roger’s Garden to overnight programs for underrepresented students to lab tours featuring plant defense responses (and insect spit!), the campus is putting out the welcome mat on April 4 for Triton Day, and May 9 for Transfer Triton Day. How important are these days? By offering an interesting, informative and interactive visit for 25,000 admitted students and their families, UC San Diego hopes to inspire prospective students to sign their Statement of Intent to Register to attend our campus in fall 2015.

Campus-KPBS Partnership Gives Inside Look at UC San Diego Arts

March 5, 2015

Held last May, the interactive event was part of a new partnership between San Diego’s public radio and TV station and UC San Diego’s Division of Arts and Humanities, designed to bring KPBS members to campus for a first-hand experience of the arts here.

20th Annual Diversity Awards Honor Commitment to Outreach, Inclusion and Community Building

March 5, 2015

Twice a week during lunch, a group of UC San Diego undergraduate and graduate students lead English language workshops with Spanish-speaking maintenance and janitorial staff at the Raza Resource Centro. More than tutors and as close as family, UC San Diego Student Worker Collective volunteer members take the time not only to instruct but also directly connect on a personal level with each staff member, building a network of access and a community of support.
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