Twenty years of research on one of the world’s largest earthquake simulators has improved the safety of buildings, bridges and other infrastructure. Take a look back at seismic breakthroughs throughout the history of UC San Diego’s shake table and discover how testing continues to take design and construction to new heights. Read More»
Once again, UC San Diego has been ranked No. 7 among U.S. public universities in the latest Center for World University Rankings (CWUR). Placing within the top 0.2% of universities evaluated worldwide, the campus also achieved high marks for its prestigious faculty and research excellence. Read More»
From poems that explore the unexpected and the strange to books that challenge conventional beliefs about education in the West, broaden your knowledge and perspectives with the latest works by faculty and alumni. Read More»
For the first time, researchers have mapped the population structure of silky sharks—the second most commonly caught oceanic shark species worldwide—in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, offering new insights that could guide future conservation and management of this vulnerable species. Read More»
In celebration of Pride Month, UC San Diego is curating a community playlist that amplifies the voices and experiences of our LGBTQ+ students, faculty, staff and alumni. From now until June 13, we’re inviting members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies to share their go-to anthem for Pride: a song that reflects joy, resilience, empowerment or belonging and that resonates deeply with their identity or journey. Submit Now»
Seven students have been selected to receive the 2025 Undergraduate Library Research Prize awards and honorable mentions for demonstrating exceptional research skills and the effective use of library resources, services and expertise. Read More»
