UCSC in the News
December
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December 11, 2018 - Archaeology News NetworkThe complex history of Earth's magnetic reversals
Geologist Robert Coe was quoted in a story from Archaeology News Network about Earth's history of magnetic field reversals. -
December 01, 2018 - ScienceBuying time
Biologists Barry Sinervo and Ammon Corl were featured in a Science news story about the role of phenotypic plasticity in the evolution of adaptive traits. -
December 10, 2018 - PhysOrgOcean fertilization by unusual microbes extends to frigid waters of Arctic Ocean
Ocean scientists Jon Zehr and Katie Harding were quoted in coverage of their research on nitrogen fixing organisms in the Arctic, including stories from PhysOrg, Science Daily, Terra Daily, Eco Magazine, Tunis Daily News, and other media outlets. -
December 08, 2018 - Santa Cruz SentinelHow does climate change impact water?
The Santa Cruz Sentinel tapped Ruth Langridge, a lecturer in politics and a lead author of the state Climate Change Assessment, for comment on the local impacts of climate change on water supplies. -
December 10, 2018 - Wall Street JournalHarvard Quietly Amasses California Vineyards—and the Water Underneath
Assistant Professor Madeleine Fairbairn of Environmental Studies was quoted in a Wall Street Journal story about Harvard University's investment in California vineyards. -
December 02, 2018 - Santa Cruz Sentinel
UC Santa Cruz farm bears fruit, veggies for students
The Santa Cruz Sentinel did a front-page story about the Farm and Garden's efforts to provide fresh, organic fruits and vegetables to students through the dining halls, pop-up markets, the food pantry, and the new Basic Needs cafe at Cowell College. -
December 03, 2018 - The American ProspectHow America’s Bluest State Can Be a Model for the Other 49
Environmental Studies and Sociology Professor Chris Benner coauthored a column about California's economy for The American Prospect; he penned the piece with Manuel Pastor, a professor at the University of Southern California and a UCSC alum. -
December 03, 2018 - BustleTiffany Trump’s Posts About Ivanka Show They Love To Support Each Other
Bustle reached back to a New York Times story that quoted Sociology Professor Emerita Marcia Millman for an article about half-sisters Tiffany and Ivanka Trump. -
December 03, 2018 - CNBCThe shocking truth: In Silicon Valley wages are down for everyone but the top 10%
Environmental Studies and Sociology Professor Chris Benner's research on wage inequality in Silicon Valley received indepth coverage from CNBC.
November
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November 30, 2018 - Santa Cruz Sentinel
Under Santa Cruz Wharf, a robot watches for algal blooms
Ocean scientist Alexis Fischer was featured in a Santa Cruz Sentinel story about her monitoring program for toxic algae using robotic systems under the Santa Cruz Wharf. -
November 30, 2018 - ABC NewsNorthern elephant seals have a more diverse language now that their populations are thriving
Biologist Caroline Casey was featured in an ABC News story about her research on the sounds made by elephant seals and how they have changed over the past 50 years. -
November 30, 2018 - San Francisco ChronicleCrab fishermen and environmentalists square off over whale entanglements
Marine scientist Jarrod Santora was quoted in a San Francisco Chronicle story about the growing problem of whales becoming entangled in crab fishing gear. -
November 22, 2018 - BBC NewsHumans 'off the hook' for African mammal extinction
Earth scientist Paul Koch was quoted in coverage of new research on extinctions of giant herbivores in Africa, including stories from BBC News, Daily Mail, Terra Daily, V3, and other media outlets. -
November 22, 2018 - San Jose Mercury NewsBig Sur: Soil “settling” behind the cracks on new highway project
Geologist Gary Griggs was quoted in coverage of cracks in a new stretch of highway in Big Sur, including stories in the San Jose Mercury News, Santa Cruz Sentinel, and other newspapers. -
November 15, 2018 - The EconomistIn poor countries technology can make big improvements to education
Research by professors Rob Fairlie and George Bulman in economics was cited by The Economist in an article about the role and impact of educational technology in developing countries. -
November 18, 2018 - San Jose Mercury News
Silicon Valley wages have dropped for all except highest-paying jobs: report
The San Jose Mercury News, Ars Technica, and other news outlets covered a report that detailed growing wealth inequality in Silicon Valley; the report was coauthored by Chris Benner, professor of sociology and environmental studies and the director of the Santa Cruz Institute for Social Transformation. -
November 15, 2018 - PhysOrg
Astronomers find possible elusive star behind supernova
Astronomer Charlie Kilpatrick was quoted in stories about his team's observations of a supernova progenitor, including stories in PhysOrg, IFL Science, Astro Watch, West Hawaii Today, Science Codex, and other media outlets. -
November 14, 2018 - KPFA Public RadioHistory of U.S. involvement in Honduras and why Hondurans are seeking asylum in the U.S. today
Emerita history professor Dana Frank was interviewed on KPFA public radio about the history of Honduras and current issues concerning the migration of Hondurans to the United States. -
November 12, 2018 - Vogue magazineBrooklyn’s Sarah Crowner Is Reinvigorating American Painting
Vogue magazine featured a story about Brooklyn-based artist Sarah Crowner, who received a B.A. from UC Santa Cruz in 1996. -
November 15, 2018 - Los Angeles TimesPodcast pioneer Jesse Thorn and his Maximum Fun team are building a quirky audio empire
The Los Angeles Times featured a story about alumnus Jesse Thorn, a podcast pioneer, whose radio show at UC Santa Cruz eventually evolved into NPR's Bullseye With Jesse Thorn and his own podcast production company, Maximum Fun. -
November 14, 2018 - Union of Concerned Scientists blogA Stealth Move to Undermine Science at the US Department of Agriculture
Steve Gliessman, professor emeritus of environmental studies, was quoted in a story featured on the Union of Concerned Scientists's blog about the US Department of Agriculture's plans to move important research functions out of Washington DC--a move critics fear will disconnect USDA scientists from policy makers. -
November 15, 2018 - BloombergHarvard Spent $100 Million on Vineyards. Now It's Fighting With the Neighbors
Madeleine Fairbairn of Environmental Studies was quoted in a Bloomberg story about conflicts between Harvard University, which has invested in agricultural lands, and neighbors, including Professor Emeritus Steve Gliessman, who oppose a proposed vineyard. -
November 15, 2018 - Computer Technology ReviewLinux Foundation advances Ceph Foundation to manage data growth and information generated from cloud, container, AI applications
Computer scientist Carlos Maltzahn was quoted in coverage of a new foundation to support the Ceph open source project which started at UCSC, including stories in Computer Technology Review, Business Insider, Morningstar, Irish Tech News, Net Security, Space Daily, and other media outlets. -
November 15, 2018 - Yahoo NewsRocky planet found orbiting Earth’s neighbouring star
Astronomer Steve Vogt was quoted in coverage of the discovery of a planet around nearby Barndard's star, including stories in Yahoo News, Register, Long Room, Tech Site, and other media outlets. -
November 14, 2018 - San Jose Mercury News
An innovative idea for California’s economy: a tech dividend
Chris Benner, professor of sociology and director of the Santa Cruz Institute for Social Transformation, penned an op-ed for the San Jose Mercury News about a technology dividend that would support a more inclusive and secure safety net. -
November 13, 2018 - CBS NewsCorporate sand mining in SF Bay sparks sand wars
Geologist Gary Griggs was interviewed in a CBS SF Bay Area news story about sand mining in San Francisco Bay. -
November 12, 2018 - Education WeekDo 'Sheltered' English Programs Nurture or Hinder English-Language Learners?
Latin American and Latino Studies researcher Peggy Estrada was featured in an Education Week story about the efficacy of programs that "shelter" older English language learners in segregated classrooms. -
November 11, 2018 - New York TimesWhat the Midterms Mean for Climate Change
Liz Beaumont, associate professor of politics, was featured in a Sunday New York Times post-election piece about climate change that was focused on how people can get more engaged on issues they care about. -
November 13, 2018 - Santa Cruz Sentinel
UCSC student scientists pursue birth control breakthrough
Biomolecular engineer David Bernick and students on the UCSC iGEM team were quoted in a Santa Cruz Sentinel story about their project to produce progesterone in yeast.
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