The University of California, the nation’s leader in National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded research, is pushing back against proposed cuts that threaten critical cancer research. At UC San Diego, Dr. Dan Kaufman is developing immune-based therapies using engineered natural killer (NK) cells to combat aggressive liver cancer. With NIH support, his work offers new hope—but without it, life-saving advancements could stall. Read More»
Throughout UC San Diego’s history, women have been at the forefront of education and mentorship—leading in labs and lecture halls, shaping new frontiers in research and breaking barriers in their fields. These eight faculty members are just a few of the many who have sparked innovation, nurtured minds and inspired generations of Tritons to push the boundaries of what is possible. Read More»
From tackling climate change to exploring human longevity and studying cancer in space, UC San Diego’s brightest minds will be featured prominently at this year's South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference and Festivals. The renowned convergence of pioneers, storytellers and global visionaries will take place from March 7-15 in Austin, Texas. Read More»
Robert W. Heath Jr., Richard Sandstrom and Doug Cameron have been elected to the National Academy of Engineering (NAE), one of the highest professional distinctions accorded to an engineer. NAE members are highly accomplished engineering professionals representing a broad spectrum of engineering disciplines working in business, academia and government. Read More»
In a new study, researchers at the Jacobs School of Engineering have discovered that quantum materials just a single atom thick can be used to track the electrical activity of living cells, using only light. Their findings carry many practical applications, including mapping the electrical activity of heart muscle cells in real time at speeds unmatched by any other imaging technology to date. Read More»
Maintaining its one-game lead in The Big West standings with two regular season games to play, the UC San Diego men’s basketball team won its 11th consecutive game in impressive fashion—rolling to a 100-55 victory over Cal State Fullerton Saturday night in LionTree Arena. The Tritons wrap up their home slate this Thursday night when they host Long Beach State on Senior Night. The game tips at 7 p.m. and will air on ESPN+. Read More»
