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How Decriminalizing Drugs Might Affect the Spread of HIV in Tijuana

June 9, 2016

…the renowned British magnate, philanthropist and activist, it would have been shut down within a year. “It hasn’t worked at all, ever, but governments continue to ignore the facts, creating untold misery. Drug use isn’t a criminal problem. It’s a health problem.” From left, Richard Branson and Steffanie Strathdee Branson,…

Bringing Science to Global Climate Talks

January 24, 2019

…was being able to give so many current and future scientists a chance to attend a conference like this, where they could learn about and potentially influence global policy,” said Montgomery. University of California delegates served as panelists for a discussion at the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals Pavilion on the…

A Year in Review: A Look Back as We Move Ahead

December 9, 2021

…dumping. The power of philanthropy Research isn’t the only area in which the university continues to break ground this year. As UC San Diego heads into the final stretch of its ambitious 10-year Campaign for UC San Diego, the university achieved another year of record-breaking philanthropy with an all-time annual…

UC San Diego’s Astrobiotechnology Hub to Drive Drug Discovery in Space

February 28, 2023

UC San Diego’s new Astrobiotechnology Hub brings together leaders in academia, biotechnology and aerospace industries under a united mission to advance stem cell science and commercialization in space.

Q&A with Suresh Subramani

September 26, 2011

…to EVC; and he gives us insight into the future of education and research at UC San Diego. What are your main priorities as Executive Vice Chancellor — Academic Affairs? Subramani: As Executive Vice Chancellor, my top priority is to maintain and enhance the academic excellence of UC San Diego…

Koman Family Outpatient Pavilion at UC San Diego Health Dedicated

May 3, 2018

…Koman family, thanks for giving the opportunity to have a beautiful space where people have great expectations for the future. We’re going on an expedition here with new frontiers in medicine. And to do that we need evidence, we need the right equipment, we need empathy and we need endurable…

Nontradition Breaks Through 2018 CASE Regional Awards

February 15, 2018

…to create a positive giving experience that represented the UC San Diego mission, the causes it advances and the focused fundraising priorities. The site was also designed to clearly communicate context and value for target donor audiences. Alumni UC San Diego relies on the advocacy and friendship of its more…

A New Home Away from Home

November 5, 2020

…said Capozzi. “Our housing gives guests like Debbie a place to sleep or rest, a kitchen, which we call ‘the heart of the house,’ to prepare meals, a spot to do laundry and time to process all the emotions that come with having a family member in the hospital.” The…

UnitedHealth Group Awards $4M to UC San Diego to Expand State’s Mental Health Workforce

October 29, 2020

…mental disorder in a given year, according to the National Research Council and Institute of Medicine report. With the COVID-19 pandemic taking a toll on the mental health of young people, UC San Diego’s collaboration with UnitedHealth Group is well-timed and relevant. “Grants, such as that from UnitedHealth Group, help…

UC San Diego Alumni to Re-connect with Campus During 5th Annual Alumni Weekend June 6-9

May 16, 2013

…background, can be successful given the opportunity. “Jim is genuine, compassionate, and most of all, committed to equity in STEM. That is why our students love him,” said Michelle Ferrez, director of the IDEA student center and Sana Meghani, assistant coordinator of student life at the IDEA Student Center at…

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