Latest news from University of California San Diego on News en-us Copyright 2025 News 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/uc-san-diego-moores-cancer-center-receives-1m-donation-from-pfizer-for-early-cancer-detection/?sc=rsin /articles/uc-san-diego-moores-cancer-center-receives-1m-donation-from-pfizer-for-early-cancer-detection/?sc=rsin Thu, 27 Mar 2025 19:30:06 EST Moores Cancer Center at the University of California San Diego has received a $1 million donation from pharmaceutical company Pfizer to support an innovative new program designed to bolster early cancer detection and prevention efforts. The donation will help build a bridge bringing research discoveries to community health centers and improving access to early detection tests for colorectal, breast, cervical and prostate cancer. University of California San Diego /articles/uc-san-diego-medical-students-support-tattoo-removal-for-adults-impacted-by-the-justice-system/?sc=rsin /articles/uc-san-diego-medical-students-support-tattoo-removal-for-adults-impacted-by-the-justice-system/?sc=rsin Thu, 27 Mar 2025 18:00:50 EST University of California San Diego /articles/these-electronics-free-robots-can-walk-right-off-the-3d-printer/?sc=rsin /articles/these-electronics-free-robots-can-walk-right-off-the-3d-printer/?sc=rsin Tue, 25 Mar 2025 08:00:13 EST Imagine a robot that can walk, without electronics, and only with the addition of a cartridge of compressed gas, right off the 3D-printer. It can also be printed in one go, from one material. That is exactly what roboticists have achieved in robots developed by the Bioinspired Robotics Laboratory at the University of California San Diego. University of California San Diego /articles/xylazine-detected-in-u-s-mexico-border-drug-supply-study-finds/?sc=rsin /articles/xylazine-detected-in-u-s-mexico-border-drug-supply-study-finds/?sc=rsin Thu, 20 Mar 2025 11:00:00 EST Researchers at UC San Diego have confirmed the presence of xylazine in the illicit drug supply at the U.S.-Mexico border. While xylazine remains less common in the Western U.S., border cities serve as key trafficking hubs and may have higher rates of emerging substances. University of California San Diego /articles/how-a-y-chromosome-gene-may-shape-the-course-of-heart-valve-disease/?sc=rsin /articles/how-a-y-chromosome-gene-may-shape-the-course-of-heart-valve-disease/?sc=rsin Thu, 20 Mar 2025 05:20:36 EST Researchers have shed new light on how a type of heart valve disease--aortic valve stenosis--progresses differently in males and females. The research paves the way for treatments that can be tailored to a patient's biological sex. University of California San Diego /articles/earnings-news-cause-immediate-stock-price-jumps-sometimes-moving-whole-market/?sc=rsin /articles/earnings-news-cause-immediate-stock-price-jumps-sometimes-moving-whole-market/?sc=rsin Sun, 16 Mar 2025 13:05:04 EST Recent weeks have vividly illustrated that stock markets respond quick to policy changes in tariffs. Just how fast the stock market can react to news is shown in a new study from the University of California San Diego's Rady School of Management, which finds that earnings reports can move stock prices in milliseconds, triggering immediate and significant stock price movements. University of California San Diego /articles/do-women-leaders-drive-better-environmental-outcomes/?sc=rsin /articles/do-women-leaders-drive-better-environmental-outcomes/?sc=rsin Tue, 11 Mar 2025 21:15:39 EST Meera Mahadevan, assistant professor of economics at UC San Diego's School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS) explores how developing countries can sustainably provide the resources their citizens need, such as electricity and water. She has made major discoveries with her research, much of which is conducted in India, where Mahadevan grew up. She has found that when women are elected to political office in India, air pollution decreases. She also uncovered mass corruption in the country with how politicians misuse their influence over state-controlled electricity to sure up their reelections. University of California San Diego /articles/the-two-faces-of-liquid-water/?sc=rsin /articles/the-two-faces-of-liquid-water/?sc=rsin Mon, 10 Mar 2025 05:00:49 EST Scientists from UC San Diego have uncovered a key finding to one of water's unique properties: at high pressure and low temperature, liquid water separates into two distinct liquid phases -- one high-density and one low-density. University of California San Diego /articles/scholars-accused-of-sexual-misconduct-are-cited-less-after-allegations-come-to-light/?sc=rsin /articles/scholars-accused-of-sexual-misconduct-are-cited-less-after-allegations-come-to-light/?sc=rsin Thu, 06 Mar 2025 17:40:25 EST Scholars accused of sexual misconduct saw a significant decline in citations within three years of public allegations, reveals a new study from the University of California San Diego Rady School of Management. University of California San Diego /articles/study-vaping-does-not-help-u-s-tobacco-smokers-quit/?sc=rsin /articles/study-vaping-does-not-help-u-s-tobacco-smokers-quit/?sc=rsin Wed, 05 Mar 2025 12:00:42 EST A new study from UC San Diego researchers settles a longstanding question: Does vaping help you quit? According to their results, the answer is no. University of California San Diego /articles/a-new-way-to-predict-cancer-s-spread-scientists-look-at-stickiness-of-tumor-cells/?sc=rsin /articles/a-new-way-to-predict-cancer-s-spread-scientists-look-at-stickiness-of-tumor-cells/?sc=rsin Wed, 05 Mar 2025 11:00:00 EST By assessing how "sticky" tumor cells are, UC San Diego researchers have found a potential way to predict whether a patient's early-stage breast cancer is likely to spread. The discovery could help doctors identify high-risk patients and tailor their treatments accordingly. University of California San Diego /articles/scientists-unravel-the-spiraling-secrets-of-magnetic-materials-for-next-generation-electronics/?sc=rsin /articles/scientists-unravel-the-spiraling-secrets-of-magnetic-materials-for-next-generation-electronics/?sc=rsin Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:15:19 EST UC San Diego engineers have developed a new computational approach to accurately model and predict the properties of a class of magnetic molecules called chiral helimagnets. Their work could accelerate the discovery of new materials for spintronics technologies. University of California San Diego /articles/quantum-properties-in-atom-thick-semiconductors-offer-new-way-to-detect-electrical-signals-in-cells/?sc=rsin /articles/quantum-properties-in-atom-thick-semiconductors-offer-new-way-to-detect-electrical-signals-in-cells/?sc=rsin Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:45:26 EST For decades, scientists have relied on electrodes and dyes to track the electrical activity of living cells. Now, UC San Diego engineers have discovered that quantum materials just a single atom thick can do the job with high speed and resolution--using only light. University of California San Diego /articles/uc-san-diego-innovators-to-spotlight-transformative-science-at-sxsw-2025/?sc=rsin /articles/uc-san-diego-innovators-to-spotlight-transformative-science-at-sxsw-2025/?sc=rsin Mon, 03 Mar 2025 12:00:53 EST The SXSW Conference will take place from March 7-15 in Austin, Texas, bringing together a vibrant mix of ideas and innovations. Once again, UC San Diego will take center stage, showcasing cutting-edge research, transformative discussions on critical global challenges and a film premiere. University of California San Diego /articles/digital-program-reduces-fall-risk-and-boosts-strength-in-older-adults/?sc=rsin /articles/digital-program-reduces-fall-risk-and-boosts-strength-in-older-adults/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Feb 2025 16:00:44 EST 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. University of California San Diego /articles/female-physicians-at-elevated-risk-for-suicide/?sc=rsin /articles/female-physicians-at-elevated-risk-for-suicide/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:30:52 EST Many physicians struggle with depression and burnout, and now researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine have found that female physicians in the U.S. had a 53% higher suicide risk compared to females in the general population. University of California San Diego /articles/butterfly-wings-inspire-new-imaging-technique-for-cancer-diagnosis/?sc=rsin /articles/butterfly-wings-inspire-new-imaging-technique-for-cancer-diagnosis/?sc=rsin Fri, 21 Feb 2025 05:20:41 EST 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. University of California San Diego /articles/new-microactuator-driving-system-could-give-microdrones-a-jump-start/?sc=rsin /articles/new-microactuator-driving-system-could-give-microdrones-a-jump-start/?sc=rsin Tue, 18 Feb 2025 11:00:54 EST An innovative circuit design could enable miniature devices, such as microdrones and other microrobotics, to be powered for longer periods of time while staying lightweight and compact. Using miniaturized solid-state batteries, the circuit combines high energy density with an ultra lightweight design. University of California San Diego /articles/annual-kyoto-prize-symposium-slated-for-march-12-13-at-uc-san-diego/?sc=rsin /articles/annual-kyoto-prize-symposium-slated-for-march-12-13-at-uc-san-diego/?sc=rsin Tue, 11 Feb 2025 16:50:28 EST The University of California San Diego, together with Point Loma Nazarene University, will co-host the 24th annual Kyoto Prize Symposium on March 12-13, 2025. The event is free and open to the public. University of California San Diego /articles/how-workplaces-can-better-support-the-growing-number-of-ev-drivers/?sc=rsin /articles/how-workplaces-can-better-support-the-growing-number-of-ev-drivers/?sc=rsin Thu, 06 Feb 2025 21:50:01 EST A new study from the University of California San Diego has developed an innovative computational tool that can help institutions to better design electric vehicle (EV) charging networks by focusing on how real drivers use their cars and charge them. University of California San Diego