Stories on Student Research

The above story on marine research is just the first in a new series showcasing UC Davis students’ unique, hands-on involvement in research projects from across all disciplines. “The Student Researcher” is part of the In Focus story platform, which seeks to tell stories of interdisciplinary collaboration.

3 Honored for Stewardship

Susie Owens and Joe DiNunzio, pictured embracing above, were honored for stewarding donors and cultivating a culture of philanthropy. Brant Allen, who retired in June after a 34-year career at the Tahoe Environmental Research Center, was also honored.

Most Health Rates to Increase

Open Enrollment begins Thursday (Oct. 26), and while our comprehensive medical plan options remain unchanged, rising health care costs nationwide mean most employees will see significant premium increases in 2024, ranging from a $8 per month rise to a tripling of the total cost, depending on plan.

A Scalable Sugar Substitute

“Our new method is efficient, economically feasible and could be scaled up for commercial production,” Professor Shota Atsumi says of a potential new method to manufacture a naturally occurring, rare sugar that is low in calories. The discovery relies on precise fermentation.