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Butterfly gardening relieves stress, provides homes for declining species

October 31, 2017

UC Davis students, professors provide butterfly gardening tips, tricks Butterfly gardening can be a relaxing and rewarding experience for people across all ages and backgrounds....

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Cognivive shows how video games are more than just entertainment

October 29, 2017

UC Davis startup uses digital neurotherapeutics to help with cognitive deficits UC Davis excels at research and takes pride in its sense of community. Startups...

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Safer passages to relieve genetic pressure needed for California mountain lions

October 26, 2017

Researchers provide genetic evidence for conservation policy change A 2017 paper published by the Royal Society described the genetic diversity of mountain lions in Southern...

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Pesticides and fire suppression chemicals in California wildfires

October 24, 2017

More toxicological and epidemiological studies are needed to understand human health risks A review crafted by UC Davis graduate students reveals that research gaps remain...

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Delving into the “diet soda effect” of buying a fuel-efficient vehicle

October 23, 2017

Households with a fuel-efficient vehicle often buy a more powerful second vehicle as well If you thought that having a fuel-efficient vehicle is all it...

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Biomakers lab provides creative STEM space

October 22, 2017

A hands-on experience like no other for students and faculty alike Maker spaces exist across the country, providing a place and resources for students and...

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Does oxytocin amplify your social experience?

October 19, 2017

UC Davis researchers explore the effects of the hormone oxytocin on social interaction Upon extensive research, UC Davis professor Brian Trainor and his team have...

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Early earthquake warnings can help protect Californians

October 17, 2017

More comprehensive early earthquake warning systems exist in nations like Mexico and Japan In September 2017, Mexico was rocked by a series of earthquakes. A...

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UC Davis awarded $1.6 million to study water in Central Valley

October 15, 2017

Researchers launch water management project in disadvantaged communities UC Davis was awarded $1.6 million by the National Science Foundation to study the dynamics of water...

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Every college student’s dream: healthy instant ramen

October 10, 2017

UC Davis alumni create Smart Ramen, a nutritional instant noodle meal Instant ramen is a staple of almost every college student’s pantry due to its...

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Ketogenic Diet Increases Life Longevity

October 5, 2017

Study at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine finds ketogenic diet increases life expectancy A recent study by the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine...

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Are you looking for something to do related to your STEM major?

September 28, 2017

STEM clubs provide opportunity to get academic guidance and socialize The beginning of the new school year brings new faces and new opportunities for every...

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Green Infrastructure Projects Will Help Reduce Risks of Urban Flooding

September 28, 2017

New book by UC Davis and UCSB scientists highlights investments California has made to help humans, wildlife thrive UC Davis and UCSB scientists recently published...

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New high frequency electrical chip surpasses current technologies’ speeds

September 28, 2017

Researchers successfully create chip that may pave way for next generation technology A high frequency electrical chip has been developed at UC Davis that surpasses...

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