Throughout May, campus community members are invited to join together for a celebration of the culture, traditions, experiences and contributions of Asian and Pacific Islander Americans. The 2024 APIA Heritage Month commenced last week with a kickoff event showcasing live performances, speakers, student awardees and more. Read More»
Scientists at UC San Diego have developed a machine learning algorithm to simulate the time-consuming chemistry involved in the earliest phases of drug discovery, which could significantly streamline the process and open doors for never-before-seen treatments. Researchers used the new AI tool to synthesize 32 new drug candidates for cancer. Read More»
Researchers at Scripps Institution of Oceanography and colleagues found that deep-sea fish and sediments collected from a once-legal offshore dump site near Catalina Island are contaminated with numerous chemicals related to the pesticide DDT, which is now known to harm humans and wildlife. Read More»
A study of two undergraduate engineering mentorship programs at the Jacobs School of Engineering shows that underrepresented students in engineering and computer science who participated in these programs were more likely to be involved in research opportunities, peer leadership roles and student organizations than demographically similar peers. Read More»
