UC Davis mathematicians find different explanation for cosmic acceleration
The universe is quickly expanding through a phenomenon called cosmic acceleration. The theory of general relativity,...
Satellite technology allows anyone with a computer to aid archeologists in unearthing new discoveries about ancient civilizations
Satellite technology has given rise to what is...
Microbiologists analyzed swabs taken by astronauts, found similar microbes to houses on Earth
Microbiologists from Project MERCCURI, a collaboration between SciStarter, Science Cheerleader and UC...
UC Davis Poultry Farm supplements chickens’ diets with black soldier fly larvae to boost nutrition, make farm more sustainable
Since the world population is expected...
UC Davis primatologists study primates and predator interactions in a new way
It is often very difficult for researchers to study animals without influencing their...
Universal vaccine under development
Every winter, healthcare providers and vulnerable populations are encouraged to receive a yearly vaccine for the flu, a disease caused by...
About 1 percent of U.S. population suffers from Celiac disease, yet effects don’t receive much recognition outside afflicted community
Synonymous with carbs, weight-gain, faulty metabolisms,...
Working group involves collaborators from universities across the country
Imagine that one day, the electrical grids covering the earth malfunctioned. All technology powered by electricity...
Use of driverless vehicles could reduce transport-related carbon dioxide emissions by over 80 percent in 2050
It’s predicted that by 2050, driverless cars will be...
Unattended brush pile source of deadly July accident at Antibodies, Inc.
Five alpacas died at Antibodies, Inc., an immunochemistry products and services provider in Davis,...
Study shows that gelatin strengthens tendons, ligaments, bones
Kale, acai, quinoa… and now Jell-O? After conducting research on how to strengthen connective tissues like tendons,...
PopSci, UC Davis, Toyota work together to host innovation event
Innovation arises from all sources of inspiration, regardless of a person’s age, background or specialty....