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Physics-based Modeling Reveals Surprising Behavior of Blood Clots

June 27, 2024
A group of researchers, including physicists from UC Merced, has made discoveries about the mechanics of blood clots that could help in the development of biomaterials for tissue engineering and improved surgical adhesives. Many materials around us, including those in cells and tissues, are made of...

THE SACRAMENTO BEE: Staffing issues still plague the investigative unit at Cal-OSHA, imperiling workers

June 23, 2024

HUFFINGTON POST: There Might Actually Be Some Science Behind Eldest Daughter Syndrome

June 23, 2024

CNBC: Why student loan forgiveness sparks anger

June 16, 2024

Study Offers Steps to Speed Up Research Money to Community Partners

June 12, 2024
A study of fast-tracked government funds for relief during the COVID-19 pandemic uncovered bottlenecks at federal, university and community levels that undermined partnerships. Researchers, including UC Merced Professor Nancy Burke , made several recommendations to strengthen financial...

LA TIMES: What is the difference between a heat dome and a heat wave?

June 5, 2024

CBS NEWS: Heat Dome Scorches West With Record Temps

June 5, 2024

POLITICO: Mexico's new president is a climate scientist. That could be a boon for California.

June 4, 2024

CHICAGO SUN-TIMES: Chicago summer forecast: Less extreme heat, not as much wildfire smoke as last year, muggier

May 24, 2024

UC Merced Expands Automatic Admission Opportunity for Porterville Students

May 22, 2024
A new partnership between UC Merced and Porterville Unified School District (PUSD) will guarantee admissions for qualifying incoming students. Through the Merced Automatic Admissions Program (MAAP), Porterville students can be assured that they will be accepted to UC Merced if they meet the...

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