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University researchers, winery partner discuss safe reuse of vineyard wastewater   In the face of California’s severe drought, UC Davis researchers have found a viable water source in winery wastewater. Although vineyards have used winery wastewater previously, most of the data is found in the wine regions of Australia or Spain, and the usage of […]

All the essentials you need for the rainiest season of the year. This year, the weather phenomenon known as “El Niño” is supposedly bringing some heavy rain our way. Usually occurring every three to five years, El Niño is a climate cycle that  produces warmer temperatures in the central and eastern equatorial Pacific Ocean. As […]

Local programs inform the public about honeybee populations Bees are one of the most important insects in communities all over the world; they are essential to plant growth, food production and ecosystems. Although this is mostly common knowledge, many people are still unaware that these fuzzy little yellow creatures are on the decline. On Oct. […]

Researchers, counselor discuss findings and implications for schizophrenic patients For the over three and a half million patients suffering with schizophrenia in the United States, recent groundbreaking research at UC Davis provides hope in treating the symptom of relational memory loss. Genetics, chemistry or issues during pregnancy and birth are believed to cause schizophrenia, which […]

Davis community kicks off Car-Free Month with bike and bus events As the bike capital of America for over fifty years, Davis is no stranger to alternate modes of transportation. Davis was the first city in the U.S. to create ubiquitous bike lanes for individuals who prefer to travel on two wheels instead of four. […]

Students explain what event in history should be a television series. What event in history deserves its own TV series, and why? Brennan Charlton Junior anthropology major “The American Revolution, when people were deciding to be loyalist or go against the English.”         Lauren Ashe Senior American Studies major “The Kennedy Assassination. […]

The top eight necessities for your fall quarter New students have moved in, class is back in session and it’s time for another year to get underway here at UC Davis. Though we may have our backpacks and books, there are still a few things that students can’t live without, in addition to our precious […]

Students, activists discuss gender-neutral bathrooms in university settings For thousands of transgender students across the country, a trip to the restroom is a far more difficult task than most of their cisgender peers could ever imagine. Apprehension over this topic can lead to anxiety, dysphoria and in extreme cases, serious problems with mental and physical […]

ASUCD celebrates its centennial This year, UC Davis celebrates the 100 years of service and student representation that the Associated Students of UC Davis (ASUCD) has provided since its start in 1915. “We create student governments to better serve students and to make sure there are people who are willing to do the work to […]

Lead researchers discuss findings linking neuropathic pain to endoplasmic reticulum stress   Following a discovery that could benefit millions worldwide, UC Davis researchers are making strides in developing a drug to more efficiently address neuropathic pain. According to the American Academy of Pain Medicine, about three to four and a half percent of people around […]

People reflect on drought, effects on Davis and community With billboards everywhere sporting the all-too-familiar phrase “save water,” restaurants only serving water “upon request” and talk of a possible and much-needed El Nino in the midst, it is no news that the current drought is one of the worst California has seen in years. “The […]

Professor Boone and radiologist discuss research, grant process UC Davis biomedical engineering professor and Vice Chair of Radiology, John Boone, was recently awarded a $2.88 million grant for his research on using computed tomography (CT) in breast cancer screenings and diagnosis. “Our real goal is to help our physician colleagues detect breast cancer earlier and […]