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The published genome will serve as a resource for further investigation into the slugs’ unique genetics that produce characteristics like its famed gelatinous, numbing slime, as well as its ability to reproduce with itself.

Scientists slither into the history books with first complete genome of a banana slug

Not only is the banana slug the endearingly eccentric mascot for UC Santa Cruz — making the project fitting for campus researchers — but the slugs’ unique slime was a particularly challenging undertaking for campus genomics experts.

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UC Santa Cruz sets fossil-free date

UC Santa Cruz sets fossil-free date

Based on recommendations from the Decarbonization and Electrification team, the campus will reduce fossil fuel emission by 90% by 2045.

New exhibition weaves together art and ecology

New exhibition weaves together art and ecology

Three UC Santa Cruz professors created a multipart scientific and artistic research study that demonstrates the viability of using fog as a water source.

Climate change reshuffles species like deck of cards

Climate change reshuffles species like deck of cards

A new study from Malin Pinsky found that entire species could vanish and ecosystems collapse as temperatures change more rapidly.

IAS curates two revolutionary exhibitions

IAS curates two revolutionary exhibitions

EDELO and Our Bedrock, running until April 20, bring the politics of different geographies and communities into conversation.

UC Santa Cruz retiree gives back to local community

UC Santa Cruz retiree gives back to local community

At UC Santa Cruz, retirees, like Elaine Kihara, have a wealth of opportunities to volunteer and positively impact their local communities.

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