Emissions don’t just come from the burning of fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and gas. Food waste sent to landfills contributes up to 10% of all emissions, equivalent to more emissions than that of the entire aviation sector, and if considered a country, it would be the third-largest emitter.
HPV-associated oropharyngeal cancers are becoming more common. A new study finds that human and HPV DNA hybridize in cancer cells, creating extrachromosomal DNA which drives the growth of tumors.
A new study from UC San Diego suggests that climate trauma — such as experiencing a devastating wildfire — can have lasting effects on cognitive function.
A quick scroll to “stay informed” can spiral into hours of anxious doomscrolling. Why does bad news feel so addictive—and what’s it doing to our mental health? UC San Diego Today spoke with the Department of Psychiatry's Susan Tapert to find out.
Third-year student Madeline Balzarini shared her experience participating in the Non-Violent and Compassionate Communication Workshop Series, hosted by UC San Diego’s International Services and Engagement Office, with UC San Diego Today.
For the first time in Triton history—and in its first year of full DI eligibility—the men’s basketball team was crowned Big West Regular Season Champions and will compete in the Big West Men's Basketball Championship. Head Coach Eric Olen reflects on the team and what this means for the university.
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