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Wildfire Losses Have Lasting Economic Consequences for Homeowners
A new National Bureau of Economic Research from the University of California San Diego shows that wildfire damage can have long-term economic consequences for households, resulting in income losses, relocation of residents as well as slow rebuilding for several years after a fire.
Are the European Wildfires a Sign of a Climate Tipping Point?
Wildfires are burning across parts of Europe, including regions many people may not associate with severe fire risk. So what do these fires reveal? Judson Boomhower, associate professor of economics discusses how wildfire risk is no longer confined to the places people are used seeing it.
UC San Diego’s FY26 Awards Reflect Larger Grants in a More Competitive Landscape
University of California San Diego’s fiscal year 2026 awards totaled nearly $1.8 billion. Though the tally represents one of the university’s highest sponsored research totals, it reflects both momentum and caution in the research funding landscape.
Why Is the Toy Story Franchise so Successful?
The fifth Toy Story installment recently surpassed over $1 billion at the box office making it the highest-grossing film of 2026. So what is the secret behind the franchise’s enduring appeal? Shawna Kidman, associate professor of communication explains why in this Q&A.
Why Are We So Fascinated by Monsters?
As San Diego Comic-Con kicks off, neuroscientist Bradley Voytek explores how monsters give shape to our deepest fears — and reflect the anxieties of their time.
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