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Human and HPV Genes Combine to Form Extrachromosomal DNA That Promotes Oropharyngeal Tumor Growth

HPV-associated oropharyngeal cancers are becoming more common. A new study finds that human and HPV DNA hybridize in cancer cells, creating extrachromosomal DNA which drives the growth of tumors.

New AI Technology Aims to Revolutionize Fish Farming

To better understand how artificial intelligence can advance U.S. aquaculture development — the cultivation of aquatic animals and plants for food, fuel and more — a team of scientists will use a mobile camera mounted system to capture images of white sturgeon to determine their anatomical traits.

Climate-Related Trauma Can Have Lasting Effects on Decision-Making, Study Finds

A new study from UC San Diego suggests that climate trauma — such as experiencing a devastating wildfire — can have lasting effects on cognitive function.

Researchers Develop an LSD Analogue with Potential for Treating Schizophrenia

Researchers have developed a new drug closely related to LSD that harnesses the psychedelic’s therapeutic power with reduced hallucinogenic potential. The research highlights the new drug’s potential as a safer and more effective treatment option for conditions like schizophrenia.

Tiny Molecules, Big Science: How RNA Research Could Transform Medicine, If We Let It

UC San Diego School of Medicine professor Gene Yeo studies RNAs, which are some of the smallest molecules in biology, but have a huge impact on human health. According to Yeo, the RNA revolution is upon us, but it needs our help to continue.

Advocating for Their Peers: Student-Driven Efforts to End Campus Food Insecurity

There is a startling reality for many college students across the United States- they are struggling to afford food. However, there are efforts campus-wide to combat this challenge and fellow students are behind much of the outreach which is making a measurable impact.

Gene Identified That Blocks Healing after Spinal Cord Injury

With no approved therapies for spinal cord injuries, scientists are looking into the body’s healing mechanisms for clues on recovery. Researchers found that a gene named RYK inhibits wound healing, offering hope for new treatments for paralysis after spinal cord injury.

Making Everyday AI Safe and Trustworthy

DNNs transform industries, but remain complex, posing risks. Prof. Lily Weng aims to develop a framework for understanding AI decisions.

Good News for Fusion Energy Workforce Development in San Diego

Thanks to a new institutional user agreement with the DIII-D National Fusion Facility, UC San Diego personnel, including qualified graduate students, can now apply for access to the DIII-D tokamak facility even without being directly tied to a dedicated multi-year grant.

Meet us at Phase 0: Inside the HUMANOID™ Center at UC San Diego

With world-class research capabilities and an ethic of service, the HUMANOID center at UC San Diego is revolutionizing drug discovery.

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