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New device reads light pulses faster than before

Technology may lead to quicker communication connections

A new optical device developed at UC Davis may be able to convert pulses of light faster into electronic signals than ever before, with possible applications for a faster Internet connection and better imaging of Earth.


Hubble constant and dark energy measure universe

Professors from around the world contribute

A paper in the March edition of The Astrophysics Journal said current astronomical efforts are being made to utilize gravitational lenses to measure the Hubble constant, a scientific value which can determine the size and age of the universe.


Science Scene

Obama plans Florida forum for future of NASA


Science Scene

Increased numbers of senior citizens smoke marijuana


UC Davis professor sings for food safety

Song parodies help adults and children remember healthy habits

Fifteen years after playing music in college, Carl Winter has found a new way to use his musical talents: to write food safety parodies.


UC Davis surgeons perform robot-assisted cardiac bypass

Procedure is first of its kind in California

Robots can vacuum, assemble cars and explore outer space, and now they have successfully taken on a new life-saving task - lending a hand in heart surgery.


Davis pushes for experimental Google high-speed Internet

Students, community mobilize in attempt to bring technology to Davis

On Feb. 10, Google launched its search for candidates to test Google Fiber, an experimental high-speed Internet network. The Davis community is set on putting the city on the map to win.


10 questions with …

Chemistry professor Mark Mascal

Professor Mark Mascal said he likes to make an impact on a student's life, no matter how small.


Science Scene

Full liver transplants not necessary for children: A child who needs a liver transplant may not lose their entire liver as a result of a new procedure.


UC Davis researchers prevent spread of infectious disease

Dr. Jonna Mazet to be featured at tonight's “Evening with an Aggie”

UC Davis research monitoring the flow of viruses from animals to humans is helping scientists ward off global epidemics.


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