May 13, 2016
On May 13, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) announced a new National Microbiome Initiative, a coordinated effort to better understand microbiomes and to develop tools to protect and restore healthy microbiome function. OSTP is launching the initiative with a combined federal agency investment of more…
October 20, 2016
…are physically and chemically changing as a response to climate change, and what risks Pacific Rim countries and others can expect to face in the future in response to that change. “As one of the world’s top public research universities, UC San Diego pushes the frontiers of knowledge through exploration…
June 16, 2022
…Mentorship (PATHS) program, which changed my academic life. Though he grew up in an environment that was riddled with violence and crime, he was able to work hard and accomplish his dreams. There are three words that I always remember from him: access, mentorship and advocacy! His story strengthened my…
October 8, 2020
…Materials Discovery and Design. Climate change, public health and equal access to food and water are some of the biggest challenges facing humanity—and materials science can help provide solutions for them all. That was the message researchers shared at an event held Sept. 29 celebrating the launch of the Institute…
May 2, 2024
Teams of UC San Diego engineers, physicians, biologists and entrepreneurs recently showcased their environmentally focused technologies at the 11th annual Triton Innovation Challenge.
March 20, 2014
…called ‘big data’ has changed our daily lives. Defined as the gathering, storing and analysis of massive amounts of computerized data, both unstructured and multi-structured, big data keeps growing at almost unimaginable rates of speed. “It’s like saying you’ve spent your whole life on an exponential escalator,” said Larry Smarr,…
April 25, 2019
…economist Joshua Graff Zivin, climate scientist Jennifer Burney, and economist Gordon McCord – spoke to members of the academy about the impacts climate change will have on San Diego, and how the city can prepare with adaptation strategies. Graff Zivin gave a presentation on how a warming climate impacts worker…
November 5, 2020
…have been a game changer for us in San Diego,” said CAL FIRE San Diego County Unit Chief Tony Mecham. “The cameras have given us real-time situational awareness and have allowed us to make informed decisions much quicker than we used to. It used to take 20 to 30 minutes…
September 26, 2011
…innovation. Enhancing the campus climate and emphasizing diversity, equity and inclusion as essential pillars supporting our academic excellence is a high priority. I aspire for UC San Diego to set the example for thoughtful and civil dialogue, as well as creative and constructive solutions, on difficult societal issues. Recruiting, rewarding…
April 7, 2022
…ten key areas—air and climate, clean energy, engagement, environmentally friendly purchasing, food and dining, green buildings, sustainable landscapes, transportation and fleet services, water conservation and zero waste. While the report focuses on innovative and leading sustainable practices for campus operations, it also recognizes solutions that help to address significant global…
