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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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LGBTQ+ health certificate addresses blind spots that turn patients away
Addressing the disconnect between health care providers and sexual or gender minority (SGM) communities inspired UCSF researchers to develop the LGBTQ+ Health Certificate Program, open to all UCSF staff, faculty, students, fellows, and residents.
UC Davis |
How crushes turn into love for young adults
Hookup culture does not seem to be the norm in real college life, says a first-of-its-kind early relationship study.
UC Riverside |
Antibiotics wreak havoc on athletic performance
Knocking out gut bacteria deflates the will, ability to exercise, researchers find.
UC San Diego |
Here’s an easy way to improve workplace stress — and anyone can do it.
Giving and receiving praise in the workplace may be key to managing day-to-day stress and can enhance performance under pressure.
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