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Beyond the March for Science

April 27, 2017

…director of the Global Health Institute in the UC San Diego School of Medicine. “I think the event was important to teach the future generation that we cannot take evidence-based decision making and federal funding for STEM for granted. And that we need to stand together and fight to protect…

Midlife Refit of Research Vessel Roger Revelle Completed

December 10, 2020

…living spaces include new carpets, bed curtains and flooring. The overhaul of the vessel was conducted in Portland, Ore., by Vigor Shipyard. R/V Roger Revelle returned to its home port of San Diego in July, where Scripps Oceanography technicians worked under UC San Diego’s enhanced safety protocols to complete the…

New Study Provides First Comprehensive Look at Oxygen Loss on Coral Reefs

March 16, 2023

A new study is providing an unprecedented examination of oxygen loss on coral reefs around the globe under ocean warming. Led by researchers at UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography, the study captures the current state of hypoxia—or low oxygen levels—at 32 different sites.

Detecting Pathogens—and Sepsis—Faster and More Accurately by Melting DNA

February 21, 2024

A new analysis method can detect pathogens in blood samples faster and more accurately than blood cultures, which are the current state of the art for infection diagnosis. The new method, called digital DNA melting analysis, can produce results in under six hours.

Largest Protein Yet Discovered Builds Algal Toxins

August 12, 2024

Scientists at UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography have discovered the largest protein yet identified in biology.

Meet UC San Diego’s New Cohort of Changemaker Faculty Fellows

November 12, 2021

…alternatives for just and healthy food systems. The course will also link to a new project led by Lerner and her colleague Mirle Rabinowitz-Bussell, which examines the barriers and opportunities for food production and sovereignty across San Diego County. Through the course, community partners help students identify the opportunities for…

Seeing is Understanding

March 8, 2018

…a tumor while sparing healthy tissue and nerves. Unfortunately, this inexact approach means tumor tissue is sometimes missed, increasing the chances the malignancy will reoccur and the patient will require further treatment. In some cases, incidental nerve damage during surgery can cause weakness, pain or even paralysis. Dr. Quyen Nguyen,…

UC San Diego Raises $177.5 Million to Break Campus Fundraising Record

September 24, 2015

…Management. UC San Diego Health Sciences was the beneficiary of 56 percent of the total dollars raised, generating $99.1 million in private support. Of this amount, over $20 million in gifts were designated to support Jacobs Medical Center, including $2.75 million from an anonymous donor, $1.25 million from Ellen and…

A Day in the Sun

March 31, 2016

…human rights, and public health. Essentially a solar-powered charging station with a sustainable seating area, the Solar Chill project addresses CGIU’s environment and climate change focus. Solar chill site rendering “Our goal with Solar Chill has always been to educate and inspire,” said Han, a third year student who is…

UC San Diego Welcomes Campus, Local Community to Triton Day Experience

March 13, 2012

…Avenue and Rupertus Way. Car Show and Sustainability Showcase––See the latest in both industrial and consumer vehicles: UC San Diego’s fleet of sustainable vehicles, new technology and research for consumer vehicles on and off the road. UC San Diego Faculty Club parking lot. Health Fair––Learn about UC San Diego Clinical…

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