Science & Technology

Genetically engineered mosquitoes join fight against vector borne illness Malaria is one of the most significant vector borne illnesses known to humans, causing 500,000 deaths each year, according to the World Health Organization. Mosquitoes, a majority of the genus Anopheles, transmit the plasmodium parasite to humans. Malaria control-tactics rely largely on resources such as insecticides […]

Researchers, medical professionals across UC system share recent work, answer questions regarding novel coronavirus On April 14, UC Davis held its second virtual COVID-19 symposium to update the public about recent research being conducted across the UC campuses as well as to answer questions from viewers. Walter Leal, a distinguished professor in the Department of […]

Humidity, ventilation among factors that affect viral transmission within buildings The built environment and building design may influence disease transmission more than previously believed, according to a collaborative review recently published by researchers from UC Davis and the University of Oregon.  The review highlights various structural elements of buildings, such as ventilation, air flow patterns […]

Despite sightings of giant hornet species, spread through North America highly unlikely, experts say  Giant, tiger-striped insects have been making quite the buzz lately. Vespa mandarinia, or the Asian giant hornet, typically lives in eastern and southeastern Asia, but two individuals of the species were sighted in the U.S. for the first time. The Washington […]

Experiments with mice illustrate “social vigilance,” “behavioral inhibition” also seen in humans To “flatten the curve” of the novel coronavirus, individuals have been asked to stay in their homes and distance themselves from others. Many find this unprecedented social distancing stressful, yet avoiding social situations is a common tendency in individuals with autism and psychiatric […]

Primates, bats among groups with higher viral transmission rates There are newly discovered links between emerging infectious diseases and endangered or threatened species of animals, according to research from the One Health Institute within the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. Researchers are studying the rates of viral transmission from animals to humans and are […]

UC Davis Mouse Biology Program collaborates with biopharmaceutical company by conducting animal trials Imagine being able to receive a vaccine through the mail in the form of a transdermal patch instead of an injection at the doctor’s office. Verndari Inc., a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to modernizing vaccine development and delivery, is currently making advances toward […]

Study on effects of past pandemics provides insight into post-COVID-19 economy The novel coronavirus pandemic is affecting nearly every aspect of life in the U.S., shutting down businesses and forcing people throughout the country to shelter in their homes. Many hope for an end in sight to the disruptions caused by the pandemic, especially for […]

Online posts give researchers insight on people with COVID-19 symptoms   Defined as social media posts clearly mentioning symptoms or diagnoses of COVID-19, “sick posts” on the Chinese social media site Weibo are able to predict the daily number of COVID-19 cases up to a week ahead of official statistics, according to a study conducted by UC […]

Experts across variety of disciplines answered questions about novel coronavirus UC Davis experts on immunology, infectious diseases, pathology and emergency medicine gave presentations and answered questions from the public about the novel coronavirus. The “COVID-19 Symposium: Answering your Questions” was held on Thursday, April 23 from 1:30 to 5:10 p.m. Close to 1,000 viewers tuned […]

Funding by Genentech Foundation creates new program for transfer students  The Genentech Foundation awarded the College of Biological Sciences $2.5 million, the largest single grant the college has ever recieved, to fund a new program aimed at boosting opportunities for students transferring to UC Davis. This program, AvenueB, will provide financial support and preparatory programs […]

Computer model predicts arrhythmia risks associated with various drugs UC Davis researchers have taken the first steps toward developing a reliable method to identify the effect of a drug on the heart through a computational model which simulates the interaction of drugs with cardiac channels. The goal of the study is to tackle the lack […]