UC Riverside professors have created a new type of lithium-ion battery anode using portobello mushrooms.

A gentle reminder from BRC about not using UC funds for office parties.

Winter holidays will be observed this year on Dec. 24 and 25, and New Year holidays will be observed on Dec. 31 and Jan. 1, but UCOP offices will be closed from Thursday, Dec. 24, through Sunday, Jan. 3.

Before you leave for winter break, please prepare your workspace for the annual deep cleaning.

Three local charities will benefit from the generosity (and baking skills) of OGC staff.

Come enjoy light desserts, cider and the sounds of the UCOP Singers on Friday, Dec. 11 in the Franklin Lobby. There will be three performances, at noon, 1 and 2 p.m.

Let your colleagues entertain you at the UCOP Talent Showcase and enjoy the staff appreciation reception this Thursday, Dec. 10.

UC has joined the Breakthrough Energy Coalition, an influential group of investors led by Bill Gates that is committed to investing in technology that can help solve the urgent energy and climate challenges facing the planet.

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