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UC scientists find a clue in the hunt for dark matter

An “incredibly exciting” finding could turn out to be the first-ever direct observation of the mysterious substance that makes up about 85% of the matter in the universe.


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UC is No. 1 for startups in latest global ranking

An analysis from PitchBook shows how ideas that start on campus go on to generate economic activity, create jobs and change the world.


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Join the UC Student and Policy Center for upcoming events

The UC Student and Policy Center will welcome leaders, scholars and the broader community to explore and understand issues shaping our state.


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UCLA launches nation’s first digital humanities department

UCLA’s new department explores how technology shapes society and how it can better serve people.


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UC Travel Supplier Spotlight Series continues with Southwest, Singapore and American Airlines

The UC Central Travel Office is hosting a series of virtual events featuring high-profile vendors who support UC travelers.


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Bruin or Bear? Thoughts on the UCLA at Cal college football opener with a UC alum and 9-year NFL veteran

Explore the college football season with one of the internet’s most popular football gurus, UC Davis alum JT O’Sullivan.


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Ralph J. Hexter appointed interim provost and executive vice president for Academic Affairs

The distinguished scholar and former UC Davis provost and interim chancellor will assume the role effective September 1, 2026


UC Communications receives several University & College Designers Association awards

Several UCOP Communications projects recently received international recognition for design from the University & College Designers Association.


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UC Academic Senate welcomes celebrated scholars and leaders as new chair and vice chair

The Academic Senate welcomes Susannah L. Scott as its new chair and Amani M. Nuru-Jeter as vice chair.


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UC Press author wins James Beard Award for a fresh look at the tomato’s role in Egyptian culture

The honor highlights UC Press’s strengths in food studies, Middle East studies and publishing scholarly work that reaches broad audiences.


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President Milliken shares a postcard from Los Alamos National Lab

President Milliken reflects on Los Alamos National Laboratory’s remarkable history, groundbreaking research and enduring partnership with UC.