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Nobel Laureate Saul Perlmutter lectures on the expanding universe
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World-class faculty and researchers are changing the way we understand and interact with the world.
UC Berkeley students showcase their capstone projects
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UC Berkeley has a rich ecosystem in AI and data science that brings together strong teams of faculty, researchers, students, and alumni.
Geobiologist Jillian Banfield investigates how microbial communities respond to a changing climate
Energy, Climate & Environment
UC Berkeley and Berkeley Lab are pooling their vast expertise to help achieve an affordable, sustainable, and clean supply of global energy.
Laboratory breakthroughs contribute to the excellence of health research at Berkeley
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Berkeley is a leader in health research leveraging a multidisciplinary approach rooted in strong collaborations across the campus and beyond.
Japanese historical map from UC Berkeley’s David Rumsey collection
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May 1, 2025
Six UC Berkeley Faculty Elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
Six UC Berkeley faculty members from a diverse range of fields are newly elected members of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
April 30, 2025
Indigenous Knowledge Helps Biotech Find New Drugs. This Grad Student Wants Them To Give Back.
Many drugs stem from Native-used plants, and a UC Berkeley student says they should share the benefits.
April 28, 2025
Berkeley Voices: A Stroke Left Her ‘Locked In.’ With the Help of AI, She Heard Her Voice Again.
UC Berkeley researchers explain how a brain-computer interface restored Ann Johnson’s ability to speak after 18 years.