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Over four years of work, researchers trained a neural network to study the patterns within massive amounts of brain wave data, uncovering patterns that occur at extremely high frequencies.

Small regions of the brain can take micro-naps while the rest of the brain is awake

For the first time, scientists have found that sleep can be detected by patterns of neuronal activity just milliseconds long, 1,000 times shorter than a second, revealing a new way to study and understand the basic brain wave patterns that govern consciousness.

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President Drake plans to step down

President Drake plans to step down

UC President Michael V. Drake, M.D., announced that he will step down from his role at the end of the 2024-25 academic year.

Biochemist recognized for research innovation

Biochemist recognized for research innovation

Carrie Partch, who studies the molecular basis of circadian rhythms to improve human health, is a Howard Hughes Medical Institute investigator.

Campus to welcome talented fall 2024 cohort

Campus to welcome talented fall 2024 cohort

This fall, UC Santa Cruz is preparing to welcome approximately 5,700 diverse and talented new undergraduate students to campus.

The countdown to Return to the Redwoods

The countdown to Return to the Redwoods

Back for its second year, Return to the Redwoods invites all alumni, friends, and family back to campus for a three-day, two-night immersive experience.

New framework centers nature in federal policy

New framework centers nature in federal policy

Heather Tallis developed a framework for integrating nature into policy-making to help communities prepare for changing climates.

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