La Niña typically means drier winters in the Southwest, yet 2023 was one of California’s wettest years. New research from Scripps Institution of Oceanography finds that atmospheric rivers can overwhelm the influence of El Niño and La Niña on annual precipitation totals. The study has important implications for water managers, who rely on seasonal forecasts to inform key planning decisions around reservoirs and water allocation. Read More»
This year, Chancellor Pradeep K. Khosla and university leaders will recognize ten remarkable individuals with the prestigious Illustrious Alumni Award. As one of UC San Diego’s highest honors, the award celebrates exceptional visionaries whose significant achievements embody the pride and excellence of the Triton community. Read More»
Researchers from UC San Diego and CEA-Leti have developed an innovative circuit design that could enable miniature devices—such as microdrones and other microrobotics—to be powered for longer periods of time while staying lightweight and compact. Read More»
Six teams from the Jacobs School of Engineering have been awarded funding through the school’s unique program designed to accelerate interdisciplinary research collaborations for early-career faculty. The effort, which aims to help recipients become competitive for external funding, is made possible through the generosity of Irwin Jacobs and his late wife, Joan. Read More»
"Border Craft," a new group exhibition at the Mandeville Art Gallery, will feature contemporary artists employing craft practices to address the geopolitical realities of borderland regions, including San Diego–Tijuana. A free opening celebration on March 1 will coincide with the annual Department of Visual Arts' Graduate Open Studios, which invites the community to explore the work of more than 25 Ph.D. and MFA students. Read More»
