April 9, 2020
…noted Distinguished Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Mark Thiemens, “It gave you the cookbook of how you make the elements and why.” Fuller, current director of CASS, explained that the theory of Burbidge, Burbidge, Fowler and Hoyle—known as B2FH (each of their initials)—set the stage for understanding the origins of…
September 24, 2021
Washington investigated whether these computing systems could be hacked and how that would affect a driver’s ability to control their car. Now the team has received the Golden Goose Award from the American Association for the Advancement of Science.
April 20, 2016
Proyecto Costa Escondida (or Hidden Coast Project), co-led by researchers at CISA3, is an investigation of environmental and ecological factors that affected ancient Maya ports in a network of trade routes linking people, goods and ideas from across Mesoamerica.
September 30, 2011
Four undergraduate students at the University of California, San Diego have received the 2011 Undergraduate Library Research Prize for their outstanding research skills. The prize, which is co-sponsored by the UC San Diego Libraries, the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, and the UCSD Alumni Association, includes cash awards of $1000…
January 21, 2016
…ranked UC San Diego’s chemistry and biochemistry department second in the nation in a survey of professorships held by underrepresented minorities. “Our ability to recruit the best early-career scientists is a testament to the strength of our faculty and research programs,” said Mark Thiemens, dean of the Division of Physical…
May 16, 2012
A team of University of California, San Diego researchers has made new discoveries about a copper-transporting protein in the membranes of human cells that drug-discovery scientists can co-opt for the development of new anti-cancer drugs.
October 24, 2013
…in the department of chemistry and biochemistry. Event is free and open to the public. Seating is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Friday, Nov. 15, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Founders’ Day Town Square Tasty treats, entertainment and activities showcasing UC San Diego’s discoveries over the past five decades.…
August 8, 2023
University of California San Diego earned $1.76 billion in research funding last fiscal year, a 6 percent increase over the previous year.
May 25, 2017
…Analyst (video) Academic Affairs: Chemistry and Biochemistry Laura Majoch—Student Services Advisor 2 (video) Academic Affairs: Division of Biological Sciences Mercedes Alcoser—Administrative Specialist (video) Health Sciences: Pediatrics Sandra Diaz—Staff Research Associate 3 (video) Health Sciences: Cellular and Molecular Medicine Elisabeth (Elle) Mari—Senior Public Administration Analyst (video) Health Sciences: Pediatrics A’verria Martin—Staff…
October 26, 2023
The new Learning-Aligned Employment Program, funded by the state of California, is paying the hourly wages of UC San Diego students with financial need for their work as research assistants in labs across campus.
