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Ecologists’ Meeting Showcases UC Merced Student Researchers and Faculty

August 6, 2024
Students and faculty are converging on Long Beach this week for the annual meeting of the Ecological Society of America. Seven students will present their research and Professor Asmeret Asefaw Berhe will serve as one of the meeting’s keynote speakers. This is the first time fourth-year Ph.D....

A soil fungus that can kill is on the rise in California: What to know about Valley fever

August 2, 2024

Black And Hispanic Faculty Disadvantaged In Promotion And Tenure Process, Study Finds

August 2, 2024

Training Ph.D. Candidates for Peer Support Roles

August 1, 2024
As a young institution in the University of California system, UC Merced has placed a strong emphasis on serving students who are the first in their families to pursue graduate education. With its strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, UC Merced’s Graduate Division has created a...

‘Unprecedented’ lawsuit could roll back farmworker union wins from 2023 California law

July 29, 2024

Solar Canal Project Earns Environmental Award as Construction Begins

July 24, 2024
Construction has begun on a pilot project to install solar panels above two sections of Central Valley canals. This innovative initiative, which studies significant power and water issues, has already garnered recognition. Project Nexus, a partnership between the Turlock Irrigation District (TID),...

Hellman Awards Deepening Research into Genomes, Health and Computer Science

July 22, 2024
Three faculty members have joined the prestigious ranks of Hellman Fellowship recipients this year. Applied mathematics Professor Tomas Rube, who studies mathematical biology, Professor Andrea Polonijo, a medical sociologist, and computer science and engineering Professor Peingfei Su will...

ASSOCIATED PRESS: Greenhouses are becoming more popular, but there's little research on how to protect workers

July 18, 2024

New UC Merced Extension Program Aims to Boost Health Care Access in Central California

July 18, 2024
In a region that struggles with access to health care, a new program - introduced by UC Merced Extension in partnership with the Merced County Department of Public Health - aims to improve access to health services for Central California. Participants with varying levels of education can apply for...

MERCURY NEWS: Newsom warns of worsening California fire season, reiterates support for Biden, says he won't run against Harris

July 11, 2024

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