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New MasterClass at Moores Cancer Center Accelerates the Path from Discovery to Impact

June 16, 2026

A new training program at UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center is preparing scientists and physicians the ins and outs of industry, helping them bring promising ideas to patients faster.

Researchers Offer New Insights on Cells that Build Protective Brain Barriers

June 16, 2026

UC San Diego biologists have uncovered new details about barrier-forming cells that protect and nourish the brain. Their findings focused on senescent cells, which traditionally have been labelled as “zombie” cells, and their formative role in the developing brain and beyond.

Horizon Accelerator Expands Advisory Board with Four New Members

June 11, 2026

UC San Diego's Horizon Accelerator has expanded its advisory board with four new appointments, whose experience spans venture capital, intellectual property (IP) law, public policy and technology.

Diane M. Simeone, MD, Named to Koman Family Presidential Director’s Chair

June 11, 2026

Thanks to the generosity of longtime supporters Amy and Bill Koman, UC San Diego has established the Koman Family Presidential Director’s Chair to be held by Diane Simeone, MD.

Annual Carbon Dioxide Peak Reaches 432 Parts per Million

June 11, 2026

Scientists at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California San Diego reported today that carbon dioxide levels at Mauna Loa Observatory reached 432.00 parts per million in May, continuing a long trend of record-breaking annual peak readings.

What We’re Watching: World Cup

June 11, 2026

The 2026 World Cup is here – the biggest global event in sports history kicks off with 48 teams, 104 matches and 16 host cities spread across the United States, Mexico and Canada. We asked the campus community to share what they’re looking forward to, which games they’re excited to see and more.

New Data Center, Student Collaboration Space Put People at the Heart of Computer Science

June 11, 2026

The Computer Science and Engineering Department unveiled a new on-site data center that will accelerate computing and artificial intelligence research advances, while giving graduate students and other computer science researchers hands-on access to cutting-edge computing infrastructure.

An Experiment in Living Prompts Students to Consider the Meaning of Life

June 11, 2026

In “The Meaning of Life,” Philosophy Professor Samuel Rickless asks students to undertake a month-long “experiment in living” by trying something personally novel. We spoke with three students about how the experience shaped their understanding of a meaningful life.

Who is Speaking at UC San Diego’s 2026 All Campus Commencement?

June 11, 2026

At this year’s All Campus Commencement on June 13, a few graduating Tritons will reflect on the ideas, values and relationships that shaped their journeys.

Genetic Mapping Identifies Potential New Targets for Cocaine Addiction

June 11, 2026

UC San Diego researchers have identified genetic drivers of cocaine addiction, uncovering a potential new treatment target in the liver. This large-scale study maps how metabolism influences addiction-like behavior to bridge the gap to human medicine.
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