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Belize is a stronghold of the Antillean manatee population, but an uptick in boat traffic poses a threat to this endangered relative of the Florida manatee.

Study identifies boat strikes as a growing cause of manatee deaths in Belize

Conservation efforts should focus on reducing the number of boats and their speed within zones of high manatee use. High priorities for conservation interventions include creating more protected areas with restrictions on boat traffic, and speed restrictions in shallow seagrass habitats.

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Chancellor's Innovation Impact Awards announced

Chancellor's Innovation Impact Awards announced

Tracking COVID-19, DNA sequencing, and prison abolition were among the groundbreaking research and creative scholarship projects recognized.

Rahul Gandhi discusses future of Indian democracy

Rahul Gandhi discusses future of Indian democracy

At a Silicon Valley Campus event, Gandhi noted the dysfunction of the current Indian government, and his optimism for a more just future.

New IAS exhibitions display socially engaged art

New IAS exhibitions display socially engaged art

The Institute of the Arts and Sciences is bringing vital energy to the art and culture of the region with the opening of two new exhibitions this spring.

UC collaboration address organic farming issue

UC collaboration address organic farming issue

Organic production specialist Joji Muramoto collaborated on a workshop series for organic vegetable and fruit growers on how to manage nitrogen.

Latino Alumni Network returns to UCSC

Latino Alumni Network returns to UCSC

The UCSC Latino Alumni Network aims to serve their community with the help of new Co-Chairs Amaris Trujillo and Guadalupe Sanchez.

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