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Keck Foundation invests $1.2 million in six UC Santa Barbara research projects

2026-06-24

Three UCSB Science teams are among six UC Santa Barbara projects receiving $1.2 million in W. M. Keck Foundation bridge funding for climate science, cell biology, materials science, superconductors and gene regulation.

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Geography and marine science researchers map major losses of California coastal dunes

2026-06-22

Researchers led by UC Santa Barbara geography and marine science experts found that California has lost 60% of its coastal dune systems since 1850.

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Chancellor Dennis Assanis, center, shaking hands with UC President James Milliken on stage at the inauguration ceremony. Nobel laureate David Gross stands to the left in academic regalia.

Nobel discovery, quantum science and biomedical innovation featured in chancellor’s inauguration events

2026-05-28

Science faculty and Nobel laureates were among the voices highlighted during Chancellor Dennis Assanis’ inauguration events, underscoring strengths in discovery-driven research, experimental science and public-impact innovation.

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Physics professor David Weld selected for 2026 National Brown Investigator Award

2026-05-28

UC Santa Barbara physics professor David Weld has been selected for the 2026 National Brown Investigator Award, receiving up to $2 million over five years to advance curiosity-driven research in quantum science.

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At county science fair, UC Santa Barbara mentors help young researchers see what’s possible

2026-05-22

Local middle and high school students explored microscopy, virtual reality and bionic vision research through hands-on lab experiences with campus scientists.

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Psychological & Brain Sciences Student Affairs Team receives William J. Villa Award

2026-05-21

The Psychological & Brain Sciences Student Affairs Team received the William J. Villa Departmental Service to Students Award, recognizing exceptional service to students and support for their growth and success.

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A gray whale breaks the surface of the ocean water and exhales a tall spout of mist, with the San Francisco city skyline in the background.

Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Biology professor Douglas McCauley deploys AI thermal technology to protect San Francisco Bay whales

2026-05-19

A research team led by UC Santa Barbara ecology professor Douglas McCauley has unveiled a new AI-powered thermal imaging system to detect gray whales in the San Francisco Bay and alert mariners to prevent fatal ship strikes.

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UC Santa Barbara turns climate policy toward local wildfire action

2026-05-13

Secretary Wade Crowfoot’s campus lecture and the Santa Barbara Wildfire Resilience Collaborative’s inaugural meeting turned fire risk into a shared agenda for science, policy and community preparedness.

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