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How to Join Oct. 15 ‘Takeover’ in Support of Federally Funded Research via From Labs to Lives

Cody Kitaura — October 07, 2025 - 3:15pm

On Oct. 15, the Office of Strategic Communications has requested that all websites and social media accounts across the �ԹϺ�� speak with one voice to highlight From Labs to Lives, to showcase the impact of federally funded research. There are easy ways for everyone to get involved.

Bone Basics: How Many Bones Are in the Human Body?

Anila Mary Lijo — September 30, 2025 - 9:00am

Did you know? At birth, babies have around 300 bones. But by the time we reach adulthood, we’re left with 206 bones. UC Davis answers top bone questions.

Bone Density: How To Build Strong Bones

Anila Mary Lijo — September 30, 2025 - 9:00am

UC Davis explains how bone density is measured, what nutrients and exercises support strong bones and what habits protect against osteoporosis.

Bone Spurs Explained: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Anila Mary Lijo — September 30, 2025 - 9:00am

Bone spurs are common and often manageable, but some symptoms should not be ignored. UC Davis explains bone spur causes, symptoms, treatments and warning signs.

Pulling the E-Brake on Methane Emissions

Katherine E Kerlin — September 25, 2025 - 12:53pm

As global emissions continue to climb, there is a growing call for rapidly reducing methane.

Chromium-6, Nanosilver Detected in LA Fire Cleanup Zones

Katherine E Kerlin — August 27, 2025 - 9:53am

Air quality scientists have detected elevated levels of hexavalent chromium and silver in air samples collected from the debris cleanup zones for the Eaton and Palisades wildfires, which occurred January 2025 in Los Angeles County.

Helping Birds and Floating Solar Energy Coexist

Katherine E Kerlin — May 12, 2025 - 2:00am

How might floating solar energy projects impact wild birds and vice versa? A UC Davis paper outlines key considerations for a growing floating solar industry.

Restored Stream Supports New Wild Salmon Run

Katherine E Kerlin — March 20, 2025 - 9:00am

A UC Davis study confirms Putah Creek origin salmon for first time, marking a win for creek restoration and wild salmon, and providing hope for other degraded streams around the globe.

Storing Carbon in Buildings Could Help Address Climate Change

Andy Fell — January 09, 2025 - 6:08pm

Construction materials such as concrete and plastic have the potential to lock away billions of tons of carbon dioxide, according to a new study by civil engineers and earth systems scientists at the University of California, Davis and Stanford University. The study, published Jan. 10 in Science, shows that combined with steps to decarbonize the economy, storing CO2 in buildings could help the world achieve goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.