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The University of California is in every corner of our state — providing transformational educational opportunities, supporting farmers that feed us, finding breakthroughs that save lives, caring for over 11 million patients each year, innovating in national defense, energy…
Lab Director Mike Witherell will retire in June 2026. Witherell has led the Lab through a historic period of scientific achievement and recognized operational excellence, with a deep commitment to developing the next generation of scientists. More ⬇️ newscenter.lbl.gov/2025/07/23/ber…
U.S. "leadership depends on a renewed national commitment to ocean science, which means treating ocean observation systems as critical infrastructure. It means fully funding agencies such as the Office of Naval Research, the @NSF and @NOAA." — read the op ed co-authored by…
"Our way of life depends on secure, reliable access to the maritime domain — above and below the surface," @PdeMenocal of @whoi, @Leinen4ocean of @Scripps_Ocean and @AdmJohnMRichar1 write. "But to lead at sea, we must understand the sea." wapo.st/3TSG8Aq
California's Central Coast and Central Valley regions are facing a 18.7 percent shortfall in primary care doctors—the worst gap in the state. To help close the gap, @UCSC and @UCDavis are launching PRIME Central Coast, a new program to train doctors in, and for, Central Coast…
UC scientists have turned funding into history-making, economy-boosting solutions. newsroom.ucla.edu/stories/7-worl…
UCLA makes history in the operating room! Swipe to learn how @UCLAHealth surgeons performed the world’s first human bladder transplant at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. Read the full article here: ucla.in/443GlGO
The U.S. is facing a pediatric health crisis, shows new @UCLA @UCLAHealth research. 🏥 U.S. children and teens were nearly twice as likely to die as their peers in 18 other high-income countries between 2007 and 2022 😷 Among 3- to 17-year-olds, the prevalence of chronic…
UC is grateful that state leaders have recognized the crucial role the University plays in the economy and future of California and rejected cuts to UC’s funding this year. But the 2025-26 budget defers over $300M in funding to future years. Deferrals are not guaranteed. We must…

How do you prepare for a wildfire evacuation with just minutes to decide what to take and what to leave behind? @UCSC researchers developed simulation games that help people plan and respond to wildfires before disaster strikes. bit.ly/44ugpTN
A 10-story steel building endured 18 simulated earthquakes on @UCSanDiego's outdoor shake table, the only one in the world capable of testing buildings over 90 feet tall. bit.ly/3TNCiZm #SpeakUp4Science
Researchers at @UCSF and @GladstoneInst discovered a pair of cancer drugs that successfully treated a model of severe Alzheimer’s disease. ucsf.edu/news/2025/07/4…
Researchers from UCSF discovered two FDA-approved cancer drugs appear to slow, or even reverse, memory loss. ktvu.com/video/1678554?…
From the internet to the ozone layer, AI to the human genome, UC scientists have turned federal research funding into history-making, economy-boosting solutions #SpeakUp4Science bit.ly/4eV96cm
🌊 🚢 Investing in ocean science positions the U.S. as a leader in resilience and national security. Scripps' @Leinen4ocean joins @WHOI's @PdeMenocal & @JohnRichar74081 to advocate for funding @NOAA, @NSF & @USNavyResearch. Read the @washingtonpost Op-Ed: bit.ly/3GVRksY
Whether supporting farmers that feed us, finding breakthroughs that lead to cures, or strengthening national defense, the @UofCalifornia drives the innovation and the economy that powers our state. universityofcalifornia.edu/get-involved/a… #BoldlyCalifornia
The University of California is in every corner of our state — providing transformational educational opportunities, supporting farmers that feed us, finding breakthroughs that save lives, caring for over 11 million patients each year, innovating in national defense, energy…
Join us at the upcoming “HireUC Alumni Career Summit” hosted by @UofCalifornia and all 10 campuses, including @ucmerced. Connect with diverse employers, explore career paths & build your network. ucm.edu/HireUC25 📅 August 21 📍 Fresno Convention Center 🕐 11 AM - 3 PM
The University of California Board of Regents announced the appointment of Dr. Dennis Assanis as @ucsantabarbara's sixth chancellor. He will assume his role on September 1, 2025. Welcome to UC Chancellor Assanis! bit.ly/4m0syXA

Today I’m with the UC Board of Regents, @UofCalifornia’s governing body, to discuss some of the most pressing issues facing our community and how we’re working to strengthen the impact of our university on communities across California. I’m breaking down what we’re focused on. ⬇️
The University of California is innovating in artificial intelligence, healthcare, national defense, energy independence, and cybersecurity. Our @UofCalifornia community is problem-solving today for tomorrow’s challenges and driving the economy across the state and nation.…
The UC Board of Regents announced the appointment of the next UC Student Regent, Miguel Craven. Miguel earned his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from @ucmerced and is currently pursuing his master’s degree in Energy Systems at @ucdavis. He is passionate about…

The @VRubinObs will #CaptureTheCosmos to create an ultra-wide, ultra-high-definition time-lapse record of the universe. #LLNL researchers have designed major optical components for the telescope, including six of the largest optical filters ever produced.