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High-resolution imaging of radio emissions from an ultracool dwarf show a double-lobed structure like the radiation belts of Jupiter.

Astronomers observe the first radiation belt seen outside of our solar system

Astronomers have described the first radiation belt observed outside our solar system, using a coordinated array of 39 radio dishes from Hawaii to Germany to obtain high-resolution images. The images of persistent, intense radio emissions from an ultracool dwarf reveal the presence of a cloud of high-energy electrons trapped in the object’s powerful magnetic field.

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UCSC grads earn top dollar among public universities

UCSC grads earn top dollar among public universities

In an evaluation of public university graduates' salaries, the Wall Street Journal ranked UCSC second for engineering and ninth for data science.

Summer programs draw visitors to Lick Observatory

Summer programs draw visitors to Lick Observatory

The Summer Series program at Lick Observatory draws concert fans and astronomy devotees to the summit of Mt. Hamilton.

Blum Center helps amplify housing opportunities

Blum Center helps amplify housing opportunities

In partnership with Habitat for Humanity Monterey Bay, the Blum Center is working to compile data on the impact of affordable housing in Santa Cruz.

Elizabeth Kolbert leads Deep Read discussion

Elizabeth Kolbert leads Deep Read discussion

In her on on-stage discussion with alumna Ezra Klein, the Pulitzer Prize winner spoke about the efforts to roll back the effects of climate change.

Comb jellies first to branch off animal tree of life

Comb jellies first to branch off animal tree of life

New research proves comb jellies are a unique lineage or “sibling group” whose ancestors diverged before the common ancestor of all other animals.

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