Engineering
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Genome BC backs DNA-based environmental monitoring in rural and Indigenous communities
This project, led by Caren Helbing (University of Victoria) and Rachel Meyer (University of California Santa Cruz), adapts a U.S.-based tool for Canadian use. The platform allows users to view and share biodiversity data from eDNA samples. It builds on previous work from the iTrackDNA initiative, which helped establish Canada’s national eDNA standards.
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32 Bits That Changed Microprocessor Design
Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Electrical and Computer Engineering Steve Kang is highlighted for his role in developing the the Bellmac-32 microprocessor, a technology essential for telecommunications switching that would serve as the backbone for future computing systems
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Cell Segmentation Method From Fred Hutch Team May Improve Spatial Biology Accuracy
Assistant Professor of Biomolecular Engineering Ali Shariati, an expert in cell segmentation, commented on the potential of new technology for advancing the spatial transcriptomics field.
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Game of clones: Colossal’s new wolves are cute, but are they dire?
Beth Shapiro, an expert on ancient DNA who is now on a three-year sabbatical from the University of California, Santa Cruz, as the company’s CSO, acknowledged in an interview that other scientists would bristle at the claim. “What we’re going to have here is a philosophical argument about whether we should call it a dire…
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The Human Genome Project’s legacy is still yielding new advances
Distinguished Professor of Biomolecular Engineering David Haussler and UCSC Genomics Institute Executive Director Lauren Linton were quoted in a story by Tech Brew on the continuing impact of the Human Genome Project.
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Life on Earth May Have Been Jump-Started by ‘Microlightning’
Professor Emeritus of Biomolecular Engineering David Deamer was quoted in a Scientifc American story on how wet-dry cycles may have contributed to the origins of life on Earth.
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Lurking Inside an Asteroid: Life’s Ingredients
David Deamer, professor emeritus of biomolecular engineering, was quoted in a New York Times story on the chemistry of the early solar system.
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30 Under 30 – Healthcare (2025): Immergo Labs
Adjunct Professor of Computational Media Aviv Elor and Electrical and Computer Engineering Ph.D. student Ash Robbins, who co-founded the telehealth physical therapy company Immergo Labs, were recognized in the 2025 Forbes 30 under 30 list in the Healthcare category.
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Scientist looks for DNA evidence to trace the migration of his Polynesian ancestors
Assistant Professor of Biomolecular Engineering Alex Ioannidis was quoted in a KPBS story about research he is working on to trace genetic evidence of the migration of ancient Polynesian people.
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The Origin Story of Astro Bot’s Likable Little Guy
Professor of Computational Media Katherine Isbister spoke to the New York Times about what makes a cute video game character.
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Awe and trepidation as AI comes for smartphones
Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Engineering Leilani Gilpin comments on some of the potential issues with AI on smartphones.
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Our brains take naps while we're awake – and wake when we're asleep
A study on brain waves from Distinguished Professor of Biomolecular Engineering David Haussler's lab was featured in New Atlas. Additional coverage in Earth.com.