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The University of California is on top of the world in new global universities ranking

U.S. News & World Report ranks UC as the best American public university, with four campuses in the top 25 of the world’s best 2,250.


Shout-Out to the Innovation Transfer and Entrepreneurship team

Babita Sakhrani is grateful for the team's extraordinary efforts in supporting the Intellectual Property Management System project.


Meet 6 of UC’s newest graduates from the Class of 2026

Behind each UC diploma is a story — from a 15-year-old making history, to an Olympian/astrophysicist, to students who overcame significant challenges to earn their degree.


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Experimental drug for pancreatic cancer based on UC research offers new hope

A new era in the treatment of deadly pancreatic cancer was heralded by scientists this week, thanks to research by the University of California.


Dario Gil and Kathy Yelick

Incoming Berkeley Lab Director Kathy Yelick honored with recent award

The award recognizes Kathy's inspiring career, which has been dedicated to expanding the frontiers of computing and advancing science for the benefit of society.


4 UC alums honored with 2026 Pulitzer Prizes

Three UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism alumni and a UC Santa Barbara alumna were awarded 2026 Pulitzer Prizes, one of the most prestigious honors in journalism!


4 UC scientists honored at star-studded ‘Oscars of Science’

The researchers were recognized for their incredible contributions to advancing science.


Two people standing on a stage; one handing another an awardCredit: Berkeley Lab

Yashwanth Balaji, Berkeley Lab scientist, wins National Lab Research SLAM

Yash’s presentation focused on how high-energy particles from space can disrupt quantum systems and what it takes to protect them.


2026 Oliver Johnson Awards: Roger Horwicz + Adrienne Lavine

Robert Horwitz and Adrienne Lavine receive Academic Senate Oliver Johnson Awards

Given biennially, the award honors faculty members who have contributed significant time and talent to the Academic Senate.


History made! UCLA women’s basketball team wins NCAA championship

In toppling South Carolina 79–51, they claimed their first-ever NCAA title — and UCLA’s 126th overall.