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UC Berkeley addresses visa revocations impacting students and graduates

In a recent communication, UC Berkeley informed its community about the revocation of visas for six individuals associated with the institution.

UC Berkeley graduate programs excel in 2025 US News & World Report rankings

UC Berkeley's graduate programs were again recognized for their excellence in the 2025 survey conducted by US News & World Report.

The White Lotus finale: Berkeley professor examines complex themes in HBO series

As the finale of the third season of "The White Lotus" approaches, UC Berkeley associate professor Poulomi Saha offers a closer examination of the series' complex themes.

California dry winter impacts salmon and trout populations

Recent research highlights the significant impact of the dry winter of 2013-2014 on California's salmon and trout populations.

Researchers investigate sex-based differences in chronic low back pain

Researchers from UC Berkeley and UC San Francisco are exploring the intricacies of chronic low back pain through their study, comeBACK.

Professor Yamaguchi explores synesthesia's historical emergence and modern understanding

It is challenging to accurately trace the origins of synesthesia, a neurological condition where the stimulation of one sense triggers a response in another.

UC Berkeley engineers unveil world's smallest wireless flying robot

Engineers at the University of California, Berkeley, have developed the world’s smallest wireless flying robot, weighing only 21 milligrams and measuring less than one centimeter in diameter.

UC Berkeley study unveils link between neurotensin levels and food enjoyment in obesity

A recent study conducted by the University of California, Berkeley, sheds light on the paradoxical relationship between obesity and the pleasure derived from food consumption.

New documentary highlights Fred Ross Sr.'s impact on civil rights and labor movements

Fred Ross Sr., known for mentoring civil rights figures like Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta, is the subject of a new documentary by Raymond Telles titled "American Agitators."

Berkeley student's startup uses AI and smartphones to detect stroke signs

A UC Berkeley student's startup is set to potentially impact stroke detection and prevention with the help of AI and common digital devices.

UC Berkeley faculty members elected as fellows of AAAS in 2024

UC Berkeley recently announced that seven of its faculty members have been named as fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), a prestigious recognition for contributions to science and engineering.

UC Berkeley student balances civil engineering studies with weekly outdoor painting sessions

Jake Merioles, a sophomore at UC Berkeley, shares his experience of balancing engineering studies with his passion for painting.

Ron Rivera appointed general manager of Cal Golden Bears football program

UC Berkeley has announced the appointment of Ron Rivera as the general manager of the California Golden Bears football program.

UC Berkeley community protests perceived attacks on higher education

Hundreds of individuals, including UC Berkeley faculty, students, and community members, assembled at Sproul Plaza to protest actions they view as attacks on higher education by the Trump administration.

UC Berkeley team develops squirrel-inspired robot capable of agile landings

Biologists and engineers at the University of California, Berkeley have developed a robot named Salto, which can mimic a squirrel's ability to land on narrow branches.

UC Berkeley honors five educators with Distinguished Teaching Award

Five instructors from the University of California, Berkeley have been awarded the 2025 Distinguished Teaching Award, a prestigious recognition for teaching excellence.

Fiji iguanas rafted thousands of miles from North America

Iguanas have long been known to raft on vegetation across the Caribbean, and historically they traveled 600 miles from Central America to the Galapagos Islands.

UC Berkeley professor Nelson Graburn dies at age 88

Nelson Graburn, a distinguished professor known for his work in the anthropology of tourism, passed away on February 27 at the age of 88.

Professor explores AI's role in understanding human and animal communication

Gašper Beguš, an associate professor of linguistics at UC Berkeley, is exploring the intersection of linguistics with various disciplines such as biology, law, and computer science.

Serial killer novel explores ripple effects without direct depiction

In "Highway Thirteen," author Fiona McFarlane presents a narrative centered around the impact of a serial killer without ever introducing the character directly.