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A new (and surprising) way to use solar panels

In the middle of California's Central Valley, a new way to use solar panels could change how we think about clean energy and water. It’s a simple idea that people have talked about for decades, but only now is it finally being tested in real life.

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UC Berkeley |

Move over dolphins. Chimps and bonobos can recognize long-lost friends and family — for decades

"We don't know exactly what that representation looks like, but we know that it lasts for years," said Laura Simone Lewis, a comparative psychologist at UC Berkeley.
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UC San Diego |

Groundbreaking research paves the way for acne vaccine

UC San Diego scientists and colleagues identify promising new target for potential acne vaccine and inhibitors.
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UCLA Newsroom |

UCLA acquires L.A.’s former Westside Pavilion to transform empty mall into the UCLA Research Park

With the acquisition, UCLA will create an engine of innovation, discovery and economic growth for Southern California and beyond.
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How to sharpen your attention and meet your goals in 2024

Struggling to focus on your New Year’s resolutions? You’re not alone – people are more distracted than ever, as UC Irvine’s Gloria Mark explains in a new Q&A.

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