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New Study Finds Strong Link Between Intimate Partner Violence and Firearm Ownership

December 3, 2025

A new study from UC San Diego finds that adults in California and Louisiana who experienced intimate partner violence in the past year — either as victims or perpetrators — are significantly more likely to own firearms.

UC San Diego and UC System Rank Among World’s Top Institutions for Most Influential Researchers

November 18, 2025

UC San Diego has once again been recognized among the top institutions in the world on the 2025 Highly Cited Researchers list compiled by Clarivate. UC San Diego tied for 18th in the world this year with UCLA. Both schools have 50 recognitions on the Highly Cited Researchers listing.

UC San Diego Cohort to Collaborate on Global Climate Solutions at COP30 in Brazil

November 6, 2025

From Nov. 10-21, 2025, world leaders, scientists, policymakers, industry representatives and delegates from around the globe will gather in the Amazon city of Belém, Brazil at the 30th United Nations (UN) Conference of the Parties, or COP30.

Can China Lead on Climate? UC San Diego Professor Explains

November 3, 2025

China has just unveiled a new set of climate targets that will shape the pace of global decarbonization for years to come. To help make sense of what’s at stake, UC San Diego’s Michael Davidson explains what these new goals mean.

New Study Reveals Source of Rain is Major Factor Behind Drought Risks for Farmers

November 3, 2025

A new University of California San Diego study uncovers a hidden driver of global crop vulnerability: the origin of rainfall itself. Published in Nature Sustainability, the research traces atmospheric moisture back to its source.

Researchers Chart Path for Investors to Build a Cleaner Aviation Industry

October 16, 2025

Cutting planet-warming pollution to near-zero will take more than inventing new clean technologies—it will require changing how the world invests in them. That’s especially true for industries like aviation.

UC San Diego Launches Nonpartisan Center to Build Trust in US Elections

October 9, 2025

The Center for Transparent and Trusted Elections, with the support of a $2.5 million grant from the Election Trust Initiative, will test new ways to strengthen public confidence in U.S. elections across the political spectrum.

UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies Showcase 2025 Connects Campus, Community, and Workforce

September 16, 2025

On Monday, October 6, UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies will host its annual Showcase, celebrating the division’s expansive role in advancing the university’s mission through education, workforce development, and meaningful community partnerships.

Cleansed, Toned and Tariffed: What’s Happening to K-Beauty in the U.S.?

September 11, 2025

Korean beauty — or “K-beauty” — is more than just sheet masks and snail creams. It’s a multi-billion-dollar global industry built on innovative ingredients, elaborate skincare routines and social media buzz.

Is the Return to Office Leaving Women Behind?

August 12, 2025

Remote and hybrid work became the norm after the COVID-19 pandemic, but more workplaces, like Amazon, JPMorgan Chase, Disney and even the federal government have mandated that employees return to offices in recent years. But not all employees are returning at the same rate.
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