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Researchers Dig Into the Science of Education

A research-practice partnership between UC San Diego and Vista Unified School District is reshaping our understanding of early learning, paving the way for transformative changes in education.

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Researchers Discover Key Functions of Therapeutically Promising Jumbo Viruses

Viruses known as “jumbo” phages are seen as a potential tool against deadly bacterial infections. But scientists must first decipher the extraordinary makeup of these mysterious viruses. Researchers have now uncovered a key piece of jumbo phage development that helps them counter bacteria.

Wildfires Have a Lasting Psychological Impact on Communities

Climate trauma is an emerging challenge. It is already well documented that extreme climate events result in significant psychological impacts, even for those whose personal property and family are not directly impacted.

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Herbicides Could Impact Brain Function in Teens

Fresh-cut flowers, plants and other greenery bring joy and beauty to homes and offices. They’re also big business. While economic projections trend upward across the globe, a concerning reality lurks beneath the surface: Herbicides used to grow these crops may be reducing brain function in teens.

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Closing the U.S./Mexico Border During COVID-19 Increased HIV Transmission

Rates of HIV transmission increased when the U.S./Mexico border was closed for COVID-19, according to a new study from University of California San Diego and Irvine.

AI Algorithms Can Determine How Well Newborns Nurse, Study Shows

A modified pacifier and AI algorithms to analyze the data it produces could determine if newborns are learning the proper mechanics of nursing, a recent study shows. Specifically, the researchers from the University of California San Diego measured if babies are generating enough suckling strength to breastfeed and whether they are suckling in a regular pattern based on eight independent parameters.