Faculty
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UCAD Plus Joint Task Force Dec. Update
UC Adaptation to Disruptions Taskforce is a systemwide taskforce established to help the University of California anticipate, plan for, and respond to significant disruptions affecting our academic mission.
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White House takes eye off the prize by withdrawing support for medical research
As 2025’s Nobel winners are honored this week, 2009 laureate Carol Greider reasserts the vital role of federal funding in fueling future prize-worthy breakthroughs in health and science
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In Memoriam: Joel Primack
Distinguished emeritus professor was a towering figure in theoretical physics and cosmology, a visionary educator, dedicated mentor, and passionate advocate for the role of science in society
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Open Enrollment 2025 for UC faculty and staff starts today
The University of California’s annual Open Enrollment period takes place from October 30 through 5 p.m. on November 21.
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Animal-behavior researchers named California Academy of Sciences Fellows
Both faculty members described as collaborators aligned with the academy’s mission to ‘regenerate the natural world through science, learning, and collaboration’
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In Memoriam: William Scott
The longtime professor of chemistry and biochemistry is remembered by family, friends, and colleagues for his immense intellect, generosity, and contributions to advance scientific research
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Common Data Platform update and InfoView transition
We are pleased to announce the selection of Sigma Computing as our new enterprise reporting application.
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Prepare for the Great California ShakeOut
International ShakeOut Day is an annual event that teaches earthquake preparedness and response activities for everyone.
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Budget update: Progress and planning for the year ahead
UC Santa Cruz has made significant gains toward closing its budget gap and building a stronger financial foundation. That effort continues this year, as the campus focuses on increasing revenue, controlling costs, and planning for long-term success
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New Physics Department professorship reflects an engineer’s love of science and his spouse
Bruce Schumm is the inaugural Darrell D.E. Long and Elaine N. Long Family Professor in Experimental Physics