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UC tops worldwide ranking of universities for patented inventions

The No. 1 ranking highlights UC’s unmatched record for innovation that drives societal progress and bolsters the economy.


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Can our pets really say ‘I love you’? Science is finding out

Is it possible for us to understand our pets? UC San Diego professor of cognitive science and language acquisition expert Federico Rossano entered the world of TikTok — and the complicated history of animal studies to find out.


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Special event: Learn what it’s like to be a staff advisor to the UC Regents

UC’s staff advisors represent the interests of colleagues at the highest level of UC leadership — the UC Board of Regents.


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Next UC Systemwide Academic Congress to focus on math preparation and STEM pathways

This free event, will convene STEM experts to discuss innovative and inclusive approaches to support student success.


Brush up on curling and the winter Olympics with UCOP colleagues

Watching the winter Olympics is a once-every-four-years opportunity to admire the talents of hundreds of the most extraordinary winter athletes from around the world. So what is it like to socialize with one? Find out from UCOP colleagues.


UC students chase medal dreams at the 2026 Winter Olympics

Alysa Liu and Troy Chang are already in Italy, awaiting their chance to compete in figure skating and alpine ski racing — incredible accomplishments for two UC students barely in their 20s.


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New UC Regents awards will celebrate and encourage innovation

The UC Regents Innovation Awards will challenge our community to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.


Video: Dr. Monique Atwal shares her UC PRIME journey

Dr. Atwal became a doctor with the goal of returning to her hometown and serving her community.


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Nearly 60 of UC’s youngest innovators featured on the 2026 Forbes “30 Under 30” list

UC alumni and faculty from seven campuses are leading the way for the next generation across AI, entrepreneurship, health care, social impact and more.


Cheryl Lloyd — reflections from a 30-year UC Career

Cheryl Lloyd shares reflections from her 30-year UC career

Departing Vice President of Systemwide Human Resources Cheryl Lloyd began her UC career as an undergraduate student employee.


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UC Davis receives $120M gift, largest ever to veterinary medicine worldwide

Philanthropists Joan and Sanford I. Weill's gift to UC Davis brings the Weills’ giving to the UC system to more than $500 million.