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Digital Program Reduces Fall Risk and Boosts Strength in Older Adults

Health & Behavior

A study published in JMIR-Aging evaluating the University of California San Diego’s “Strong Foundations” program – a digitally delivered fall prevention initiative for older adults – emphasized the program’s effectiveness in improving posture, balance and strength — key factors in reducing fall risk

Asian elderly woman learning to lift dumbbells.

Improving Risk Estimates for Extreme Rain and Snow

Science & Environment

A new study led by scientists from UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography details an improved method for estimating the likelihood of extreme precipitation events in the western United States.

A black and white photo showing flooding in lower Mission Valley, San Diego County, February 1980.

Triton Alumni Shine on 2025 Forbes 30 Under 30 List

Technology & Engineering

Pushing the boundaries of engineering and entrepreneurship, three UC San Diego alumni—Liz Izhikevich, Sai Zhou and Mohammad Alkhadra—have earned spots on the 2025 Forbes 30 Under 30 lists. In their respective fields, they’re translating academic research into real-world impact.

Outline photos of Liz Izhikevich, Sai Zhou and Mohammad Alkhadra against Triton blue-navy blue spray background.

Butterfly Wings Inspire New Imaging Technique for Cancer Diagnosis

Health & Behavior

Using the microscopic structures found on the wings of the Morpho butterfly, researchers have developed a simple and inexpensive way to analyze cancer biopsy samples that could make cancer diagnosis faster, more accurate and more accessible worldwide.

Woman holding bright blue butterfly wings.
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Take a deeper look into the remarkable stories of our changemakers and community-builders, our cutting-edge research, and the global influence of UC San Diego.

Campus & Community

From exciting athletics programs and campus events, to our latest contributions to cutting-edge research—UC San Diego is a vibrant community of creators and innovators, making a positive impact both in San Diego and beyond.

Alumni Advice to Students Is on the Money

Student Life

More than 200 students gathered to benefit from the experiences, perspectives and wisdom of panelists and keynote speakers at the “Future of Finance” career conference, a two-day event hosted by the industry engagement program of the Department of Economics.

Craft Artists Rewrite Borderland Narratives in New Exhibit

Arts

The campus and community are invited to a double arts feature on March 1 with the opening celebration for Mandeville Art Gallery’s “Border Craft” exhibit and the Department of Visual Arts’ Graduate Open Studios event.

Program Accelerates Early-Career Faculty Research for Engineers and Computer Scientists

Technology & Engineering

Six teams from the University of California San Diego Jacobs School of Engineering have been awarded funding through the School’s unique program designed to accelerate interdisciplinary research collaborations for early-career faculty.

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