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Spiking neural networks, a form of low-power, brain-inspired deep learning, are being incorporated into more applications across a variety of fields.

Brain-inspired AI code library passes major milestone, new paper offers perspective on future of field

Jason Eshraghian, Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering, created an open source code library for brain-inspired deep learning, called “snnTorch,” which has surpassed 100,000 downloads and is used in a wide variety of projects, from NASA satellite tracking efforts to semiconductor companies optimizing chips for AI.

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New book reflects cross-campus collaboration

New book reflects cross-campus collaboration

Developed by faculty and staff, the book offers strategies and classroom tools to help integrate environmental justice into courses in ways that center equity.

Re-entry student support reflects alum's journey

Re-entry student support reflects alum's journey

Linda Koval faced similar challenges to other re-entry students and now contributes time and resources to help dismantle barriers in their journey.

Chimps enjoy termites as a seasonal treat

Chimps enjoy termites as a seasonal treat

Copying their techniques, researchers found that chimpanzees living in western Tanzania can only reliably fish for termites in the early wet season.

Alum wins Gold at the 2023 Parapan American Games

Alum wins Gold at the 2023 Parapan American Games

UC Santa Cruz alumnus Leo Merle (Rachel Carson ’20) won the gold medal in the Men’s T38 1500-meter race at the Parapan American Games on Nov. 21.

Semiconductor and chip design certificate upgraded

Semiconductor and chip design certificate upgraded

Silicon Valley Professional Education is upgrading the certificate program to help alleviate the shortage of skilled professionals in the industry.

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