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Two major foundations just awarded nearly $4 million to UC San Diego researchers exploring breakthrough ideas in medicine, climate science, and tech. The funding arrives as a lifeline during uncertain times for scientific research.
Three UC San Diego researchers studying climate, nuclear physics, and human health just earned one of science's highest honors. Their work is already protecting communities and advancing our understanding of life itself.
Young researchers at UC San Diego are solving some of women's health's toughest puzzles, from safer pregnancies to better cancer treatments. Their annual showcase proves the next generation of medical scientists is ready to change lives.
Indigenous knowledge and Western science are joining forces in San Diego to tackle climate change, thanks to a grassroots nonprofit training the next generation of Indigenous scientists. Coastal Defenders just received $250,000 in grants to expand their work connecting Indigenous youth with ocean research opportunities.
A major university merger in San Antonio just created a powerhouse combining education, medical research, and economic development under one roof. With 43,000 students and a new research hospital, UT San Antonio is tackling the city's biggest challenges in healthcare, jobs, and opportunity.
Scientists at UC San Diego have uncovered a natural defense mechanism that helps prevent breast cancer from spreading to other parts of the body. The discovery could lead to new treatments and improve screening for patients taking certain medications.
When federal research funding faced cuts in 2025, one university launched a campaign to show what's really at stake. The stories they shared remind us that behind every budget line are real people whose lives depend on scientific breakthroughs.
A San Diego biotech company has started its first clinical trial of a groundbreaking treatment that tricks cancer cells into destroying themselves. The molecular glue technology has already attracted nearly $5 billion in deals from major pharmaceutical companies.
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla made history by becoming the first West Coast hospital to care for astronauts returning from space. All four crew members arrived safely after their SpaceX Dragon capsule splashed down off San Diego's coast.
Six San Diego firefighters are heading to Spain to compete against 28 international teams in a high-stakes rope rescue competition. They're paying their own way to sharpen skills that could save lives back home.
San Diego County is bringing 67 electric vehicle charging stations to nine libraries and recreation centers in neighborhoods that need them most. The $16.5 million project requires zero city taxpayer dollars.
Community groups across San Diego County are organizing beach cleanups the morning after Independence Day, turning post-holiday trash into an opportunity for neighbors to protect their coastline together. Multiple events offer volunteers everything from sunrise cleanup sessions to celebrations with fish tacos and margaritas.
Young artists from San Diego's public schools took center stage at a charity event celebrating creativity and the donors who make arts education possible. The VAPA Foundation's sixth annual gala showcased student talent while honoring two champions of youth arts programs.
Twenty-four shipping companies voluntarily slowed their vessels near San Diego Bay, slashing greenhouse gases by 6,500 metric tons while improving air quality for coastal communities. The program hit 94% compliance and positions the city as a leader in sustainable maritime tourism.
Goodwill stores across San Diego are now accepting soft plastics that typically end up in landfills because curbside recycling won't take them. The initiative turns everyday plastic bags and packaging into outdoor furniture.
A San Diego high school robotics team just beat 600 competitors from 100 countries to win the world championship. The Holy Cows from High Tech High brought home the title after years of inspiring students to pursue STEM careers.
When four thrill-seekers got trapped by massive waves at Sunset Cliffs, San Diego lifeguards launched a dramatic rescue that brought everyone home safely. Despite dangerous 10-foot swells and high surf advisories, the skilled team pulled off a flawless operation.
Underwater gardens are making a comeback in San Diego's Mission Bay as restoration efforts bring back eelgrass meadows that capture carbon and rebuild marine habitats. This nature-based climate solution is giving ocean life a fighting chance while helping coastal communities battle rising seas.
Twenty-four shipping and cruise companies voluntarily slowed their vessels near San Diego Bay, cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 6,500 metric tons in a single year. The program proves environmental wins are possible when ports and maritime companies work together.
While a Texas biotech firm makes headlines with bold promises, the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance quietly achieved something remarkable: bringing endangered black-footed ferrets back from frozen genetic material stored for decades. It's a real conservation win that shows how biobanking actually works.
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