Two UC faculty, two former postdocs and an alumnus are among this year’s 20 MacArthur fellows, the latest recognition that UC researchers’ and artists’ work is pushing boundaries in science, medicine and culture.

The awards, known as “genius” grants, recognize outstanding scholars, creators and activists whose talent and dedication reshape their fields and serve humanity.

The MacArthur Foundation recognizes outstanding scholars, creators and activists with $800,000 no-strings-attached “genius grants.”

UC-affiliated experts are a perennial presence on the esteemed annual list of MacArthur Fellows.