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SAN DIEGO, CA–Astronomers at the University of California, Santa Cruz, have developed a theoretical model that may explain recent observations of tremendously powerful gamma ray bursts, the most luminous phenomena in the universe. Andrew MacFadyen, a graduate student researcher, and Stan Woosley, a professor of astronomy and astrophysics, based their model on a scenario in…

Beginning this July, campus telephone numbers will be assigned to a new area code–a change that requires campus units to assess their publications, other materials, and equipment to make sure that they incorporate the new 831 area code. When the 831 area code takes effect on July 11, a six- month grace period begins in…

These images show the impact a house-size rock (represented by a white dot), traveling five kilometers per second, would have on the asteroid Castalia. An analysis of collisions between asteroids may help explain the structure and evolution of these small planetary bodies and also raises concerns about the feasibility of disrupting or deflecting an asteroid…

Executives Of Graniterock, Giro Sport, And Raytek Tell Secrets Of Their Business Success The most important asset for all businesses are dedicated and innovative employees who focus on quality in every aspect of their work. This assessment was agreed upon unanimously by a trio of chief executives who participated in a public forum on June…

A groundbreaking ceremony will mark the start of construction on a 10,600-square-foot weight training and fitness center for the Office of Physical Education, Recreation, and Sports. A number of activities are planned for the groundbreaking event on Tuesday, June 9, including a traditional shovel ceremony, a wellness fair with holistic health activities including massage and…

The June 4 issue of Nature ran an article by astronomer Erik Asphaug and colleagues on their simulations of asteroid collisions with earth and measures that could be used to avert "deep impact." The Santa Cruz County Sentinel interviewed Asphaug for a follow-up story. Ellen Moir, director of teacher education at UCSC, was quoted in…

The National Ocean Conference June 11-12 in Monterey will focus the nation’s attention on critical ocean issues, including the health of marine ecosystems, sustainable use of ocean and coastal resources, ocean research, and ocean management. This level of attention has been a long time coming, say UCSC researchers in ocean science, who have spent decades…

SANTA CRUZ, CA–UC Santa Cruz will establish a new Center for Ocean Health at the Joseph M. Long Marine Laboratory, a research and education facility operated by the campus. Construction of the new center will be largely funded by a $5 million grant from the David and Lucile Packard Foundation. The Center for Ocean Health…

SANTA CRUZ, CA-The mysteries and splendors of the sea will be on display at the Long Marine Laboratory’s "Open Labs Day" on Saturday, June 13, from 1 to 4 p.m. Marine enthusiasts of all ages are invited for behind-the-scenes tours of the working research labs and a chance to meet some of the researchers and…

Faculty and staff will pay more for parking permits in the 1998-99 year, according to Transportation and Parking Services. "A," "B," and "C" permits will rise from $29 to $32 a month–an increase of $36 per year–effective July 1. Motorcycle, remote, and "scratch-off" permits will also increase, with the exception of the first packet of…

Someday these may go for 100 times as much, but right now the work of UCSC student printmakers can be had for a mere song. Hundreds of original etchings, lithographs, woodcuts, and linocuts by current and former students will be on display and for sale, with prices ranging between $10 and $50. This year’s sale…

Chancellor Greenwood presents a Chancellor’s Award Dean of arts Edward Houghton presents an award to one of the Dean’s Award winners in the Division of Arts. Chancellor Greenwood joined the deans of UCSC’s academic divisions last month to honor 42 undergraduates for academically outstanding achievement. The undergraduates were recipients of the Dean’s Undergraduate Achievement Awards,…