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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.
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.
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.
A groundbreaking cancer drug tested on the International Space Station is now being given to patients at UC San Diego, offering hope for people with blood cancers that have no good treatment options. The drug could eventually help treat more than 20 different types of cancer.
Engineers at UC San Diego have developed an ultrasound device that creates instant, high-resolution images of internal rail cracks, making America's 140,000 miles of railroad track safer and easier to inspect. The breakthrough could prevent hundreds of rail failures each year and is already being tested for real-world use.
A groundbreaking partnership between Brain Corp and UC San Diego is helping robots better understand their surroundings, making autonomous systems safer and more reliable in real-world commercial spaces. The collaboration could transform how 50,000 deployed robots worldwide navigate complex environments.
Scientists discovered that a liver enzyme, not just brain chemistry, plays a major role in cocaine addiction. This breakthrough could lead to entirely new treatments that work by changing how the body processes addictive drugs.
Scientists just created the first complete map of how gene control breaks down in failing hearts, revealing thousands of new targets for treatment. This breakthrough could finally give doctors more ways to help the 26 million people worldwide living with heart failure.
A new wearable ultrasound patch continuously monitors fetal health for hours without trained operators. During testing, it detected an abnormality that led to a life-saving early delivery.
World-class Alzheimer's researchers are opening their doors to the public this Saturday for a free forum where anyone can get their questions answered. Over 100,000 San Diego County residents live with dementia, and this rare event connects them directly with scientists working on a cure.
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.
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 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.
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.
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