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November 30 , 2005

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U.C. San Diego Partnership
Fox 6 News, San Diego, Nov. 30-UCSD officials are expected to announce Wednesday a major partnership with Mexican educators, businesses, government and nonprofit organizations that could spur economic development on both sides of the border. In her first visit to Mexico since arriving at UCSD more than a year ago, Chancellor Marye Anne Fox will outline four initiatives aimed at improving air quality, supporting cross-border businesses, improving the Mexican economy and increasing collaborative research. More

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Single Gene Targeted for Asthma Sufferers
UPI, Nov. 29-Researchers at UCSD say a single gene can be targeted for treating asthma sufferers. More

Magic Johnson Endorses
Angelides' Run for Governor
Los Angeles Times, Nov. 30-Former NBA basketball star Magic Johnson threw his support behind Phil Angelides on Tuesday in a move that heightens the visibility of the state treasurer's bid to unseat Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger next November. (Quote by Thad Kousser, a UCSD assistant professor of political science.) More

Scientists Say Water Shortages
Will Result From Global Warming
Voice of America, Nov. 30-Scientists at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography predict there will be a water shortage due to global warming in as little as 20 years in the United States. Their study shows water supplies from glaciers and snow reserves will dwindle as more of the polar icecap melts. More