Professor Valerie Eviner’s lab was recognized with top honors last week for work to prioritize human safety and voice concerns. In all, six labs were honored. “You’re showing that world-class research and world-class safety go hand in hand,” Chancellor Gary S. May told the winners.
Five from UC Davis are among the inaugural class of UC Dialogue Fellows, and will lead projects designed to advance the teaching and practice of dialogue across differences. One describes her goal as providing a space for students learning science to practice talking with those with different views.
Some 237 million years ago, the first fully marine amphibian — a “chunky,” armored, four-legged creature dubbed Gerrothorax maritimus — roamed ocean floors, according to new fossil evidence. An AI-assisted rendering imagines it in action.
Student-athlete Lillie Vehling made headlines this summer when she put her water safety skills into practice, saving three people from drowning at a Seattle lake. She discussed the event and her professional ambitions with Chancellor Gary S. May.
Chancellor’s Achievement Award for Inclusive Excellence — Nominations are being accepted for this award, which honors extraordinary contributions that bring the Principles of Community to life — fostering innovation, cultivating the next generation of scholars and providing service to our university community and beyond. (Deadline: Nov. 2)
Worldwide PHP flaw — Websites using SiteFarm and on the Faculty Website Network have been patched.
As the Davis and UC Davis farmers markets celebrate major anniversaries, learn about the history, impact and changing role of markets in communities. (Oct. 28, $25)
When the UC Davis football team returns home on Nov. 7, employees can claim two free tickets. Can’t wait that long? Catch a men’s soccer game for free Wednesday. (Oct. 28)
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