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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 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.
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UC Riverside |

Antibiotics wreak havoc on athletic performance

Knocking out gut bacteria deflates the will, ability to exercise, researchers find.
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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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UC Santa Cruz |

UC Santa Cruz student-developed game releasing to Nintendo Switch

The soon to be released, interactive, fast-paced game Squish was developed by UC Santa Cruz engineering and arts, games, & playable media students.

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