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A large study from UC Davis found that having a sense of purpose in life can reduce the risk of dementia and delay cognitive decline in older adults, regardless of genetic risk, by about 28%, highlighting the importance of meaningful activities and relationships for healthy aging.
Researchers at UC Davis have developed a miniaturized, high-resolution 3D microscope called DeepInMiniscope that enables real-time, noninvasive imaging of brain activity in freely moving mice, advancing neuroscience research and potential human health applications.
The Week 0 college football game between UC Davis and Mercer was declared a 'No Contest' due to lightning, with all stats voided, after being halted with 7:46 remaining in the fourth quarter, marking a rare occurrence in college football.
UC Davis and Proteus Space have developed and built a satellite in just eight months, claiming it to be the fastest launch-qualified satellite ever made, with a planned launch in October 2024. The project features innovative AI-based design software and a payload that models the satellite's power system to improve space travel safety and efficiency, especially for deep space missions.
The University of Hawai'i women's volleyball team advanced to the Big West Championship after a thrilling five-set victory over UC Davis in the semifinals. The Rainbow Wahine, led by standout performances from Caylen Alexander and Jacyn Bamis, will face top-seeded Cal Poly in the final. Alexander recorded 22 kills and 17 digs, while Bamis contributed 15 kills and four blocks. The match was marked by intense back-and-forth play, with Hawai'i ultimately securing the win with a decisive 4-1 run in the final set.
A study from UC Davis links asthma in children to memory deficits, particularly affecting episodic memory. Children with asthma scored lower on memory tasks compared to peers without the condition, with early-onset asthma linked to slower memory development. The study suggests chronic inflammation or oxygen disruption from asthma may impact cognitive development, potentially increasing the risk of dementia later in life. This highlights the importance of monitoring cognitive development in children with asthma.
Nox, a peregrine falcon with a broken wing, was treated at UC Davis using advanced veterinary techniques, highlighting progress in wildlife rehabilitation. Despite successful surgery and rehabilitation, Nox was recaptured due to emaciation shortly after release and passed away. The case underscores the challenges of post-release care and inspires further research in veterinary medicine, emphasizing the balance between medical intervention and natural survival instincts.
Academic workers at UCLA and UC Davis have joined a strike initiated by United Auto Workers Local 4811, protesting the University of California's handling of pro-Palestinian protests and encampment crackdowns. The strike, which began at UC Santa Cruz, is disrupting classes and academic activities as workers demand protection of free speech, amnesty for participants, and divestment from companies profiting from Israel's actions in Gaza. The university's request to halt the strike was denied by the state labor board, and the strike is expected to expand to more campuses.
The University of California academic workers' strike is intensifying with walkouts at UCLA and UC Davis after a state labor board declined to halt it, despite UC officials' claims of its illegality. The strike, led by United Auto Workers Local 4811, involves 48,000 academic workers protesting alleged free speech violations and other unfair labor practices. The legality of the strike remains under review, with a ruling expected in three weeks. The strike could significantly impact the academic calendar, as it coincides with the end of classes and critical grading periods.
Tracy C. Dyson, a NASA astronaut and UC Davis alum, is embarking on her third space mission to the International Space Station as part of Expedition 70 and 71. She will spend six months conducting experiments and technology demonstrations, including a study on how fire spreads in space. Dyson, who previously spent over 188 days in space, has a background in chemistry, piloting, and languages. Her launch coverage will begin at 5:20 a.m. PT on NASA platforms, and she is expected to return to Earth in September after her mission.
A child with measles visited an urgent care center and hospital in northern California, potentially exposing around 300 people to the highly-contagious disease. Health officials are working to track down those who may have been exposed, particularly unvaccinated individuals who were at UC Davis on March 5. The hospital is making efforts to notify and monitor those at risk, emphasizing the importance of vaccination as the best protection against measles.
Researchers at the University of California, Davis have identified a protein, Engrailed-1 (EN1), that is linked to the progression and metastasis of pancreatic cancer. The abnormal expression of EN1 promotes pancreatic cancer progression and metastasis in vitro and in mouse models, and elevated EN1 levels are associated with severe, metastatic pancreatic cancer in human patients. The findings suggest that EN1 could be a potential target for pancreatic cancer therapies, and the researchers are working on ways to translate their findings into clinical applications. This discovery sheds light on the molecular mechanisms driving metastasis in pancreatic cancer and could lead to the development of new therapeutic strategies for this challenging disease.
UC Davis is investigating a case of contagious tuberculosis on campus and is working with health officials to conduct contract tracing and prevent the disease from spreading. The exposure risk to the general community is low. Symptoms of active TB include cough, chest pain, weakness, weight loss, loss of appetite, chills, fever, and night sweats. TB is treatable and curable, and most people with an inactive TB infection are not contagious.
UC Davis is conducting contact tracing after an individual with contagious tuberculosis (TB) was identified in the Davis campus community. The university is working with Yolo County health officials to identify and notify close contacts of the infected person. Symptoms of active TB include a persistent cough, chest pain, and coughing up blood. The risk of exposure to the general community is low, and TB can be treated and cured.
A team including a UC Davis professor and a scientist from SETI has had a 20-minute "conversation" with a humpback whale in the wild, leading to breakthroughs in understanding non-human intelligence communication. The study suggests that studying humpback whales can help develop "intelligence filters" for the search for extraterrestrial intelligence. The researchers observed turn-taking and matching of rhythm during the exchange, indicating cohesion and bonding. The team also plans to study humpback whale communication through bubble rings. This research challenges the assumption that narrow-band radio signals are the only way to make contact with extraterrestrial intelligence.