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September 9, 2026
From UC Berkeley to the Peace Corps
More Berkeley alums have joined the Peace Corps than from any other university, a testament to the campus's public service roots.
September 9, 2026
New AI Model for DNA Learns from Evolution to Study the Human Genome
Berkeley researchers have created a new genomic language model that excels at spotting genetic variants that impact human health.
September 9, 2026
AI Creates Risk and Opportunities for Key Human Rights Fields
Berkeley Human Rights Center has released a novel human rights assessment of the use of AI in the fields of law, journalism, and education.