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The state-funded genomics project aims to be a lasting resource for shaping conservation policy.

UCSC scholars join researchers on a massive genomic study of California’s biodiversity

The California Conservation Genomics Project is a state-funded initiative with a single goal: to produce the most comprehensive, multispecies genomic dataset ever assembled to help manage regional biodiversity.

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State budget passage good news for our campus

State budget passage good news for our campus

By Chancellor Cynthia Larive

The 2022-23 state budget that Gov. Newsom signed into law is a boon for the University of California system as a whole and for our campus specifically.

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State funds allocated to increase student housing

State funds allocated to increase student housing

California lawmakers have awarded $89 million to UC Santa Cruz in the 2022-23 state budget, funding that will expand student housing at Kresge College.

Autistic adults still face representation challenges

Autistic adults still face representation challenges

Researchers documented a shift toward more numerical representation for adults in popular portrayals of autism, which have historically focused on children.

Sea urchin behavior dictates kelp dynamics

Sea urchin behavior dictates kelp dynamics

A study of kelp forest dynamics on California’s Central Coast highlights the critical role of sea urchin behavior, not just the size of the urchin population.

California approves $5 million for Cal-Bridge

California approves $5 million for Cal-Bridge

The Cal-Bridge program provides a pathway for underrepresented students to pursue advanced PhD degrees through the UC system.

Researchers identify echo chamber red flags

Researchers identify echo chamber red flags

Researchers at UC Santa Cruz have identified specific elements of tone and style in online speech that are linked to hyperpartisan echo chambers.

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