Author: Tim Stephens
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Discovery of gene for black coat color in dogs has broad implications
The discovery of a gene responsible for black coat color in dogs may help researchers understand fundamental processes in humans, including the regulation of body weight and stress hormones.
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Study of kelp harvesting finds bull kelp more vulnerable than giant kelp
As demand grows for kelp extracts, harvesters may begin to target bull kelp. If so, there may be cause for concern, according to UCSC biologists.
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UCSC hydrogeologist provides expert advice on Pajaro Valley’s water supply
When a community forum was held in Watsonville on November 1 to discuss the future of the Pajaro Valley’s water supply, organizers turned to Andrew Fisher, professor of Earth and planetary sciences, to describe the state of the region’s ground water.
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Theoretical physicist says polymers in a vacuum may yield valuable data
A theoretical analysis of polymer behavior suggests that large molecules should behave very differently when they are in a vacuum than when in solution, suggesting new opportunities for analytical techniques such as mass spectrometry.
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How to make the brightest supernova ever: explode, collapse, repeat
UCSC astrophysicist Stan Woosley provided an explanation for a supernova so bright–about 100 times as luminous as a typical supernova–that it challenged the theoretical understanding of what causes supernovae.
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Marc Mangel to chair special committee on seals
Marc Mangel, professor and chair of applied mathematics and statistics, has been appointed chairperson of a committee that advises the British government on the status of seal populations in British waters.
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Ancient retroviruses spurred evolution of gene regulatory networks in primates
Ancient retroviruses helped a gene called p53 become an important “master gene regulator” in primates, according to a new study.
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Arboretum will hold Dried Flower and Succulent Wreath Sale November 17 and 18
Hand-made wreaths and holiday decorations will be available from the UCSC Arboretum at the annual Dried Flower and Succulent Wreath Sale on Saturday and Sunday, November 17 and 18.
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Scientists discover record-breaking fifth planet orbiting a star beyond our solar system
A team of American astronomers announced the discovery of a fifth planet around a star called 55 Cancri.
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Physicist Stanley Flatté dies at age 66
Physicist Stanley Flatté, whose work on wave propagation led to important contributions in the fields of atmospheric optics, ocean acoustics, and seismology, died on Sunday, November 4, at his home in Santa Cruz. He was 66.
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Chemistry Professor Anthony Fink wins Outstanding Faculty Award
UCSC’s Division of Physical and Biological Sciences has awarded its highest honor, the Outstanding Faculty Award, to Anthony Fink, professor of chemistry and biochemistry.
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National engineering honor society approves UCSC chapter
Tau Beta Pi, the national engineering honor society, has approved the installation of a chapter at UC Santa Cruz.