UCSB Scientist’s Work May Help Treat Cancer
A nutritional supplement that was previously produced only in Japan has been successfully produced at UCSB – and faster, too. Bruce Lipshutz, professor of chemistry and biochemistry at UCSB, developed a method to synthetically prepare the coenzyme known as ubiquinone.
Summer in Weatherland
Last issue of the quarter, kids. Summer time’s next. I’m going to spend mine doing research essential to my improvement as weatherhuman – I will study the sun.
The Long Hump Goodnight
I’ve thought of everything and consequently nothing to write for my last column. I’m supposed to impress you. But then it occurred to me, I don’t really have to impress you.
Student Loan Rates To Drop
Both college graduates and students still in school may find some financial relief next month when the U.S. Dept. of Education lowers the interest rate on federal student loans.
Education Isn’t the Only Crucial Part of Your College Experience
For those who have read my column faithfully throughout the year, I owe nothing but my heartiest apologies. I’ve been abusive, blunt and critical. As, I expect, I will continue to be.
DP Cliffs Prove Fatal for Former UCSB Student
Del Playa Drive’s cliffs claimed their first victim in over two years early Saturday morning. Robert Caraval, a 25-year-old resident of San JosŽ and former UCSB student fell over 80 feet and landed in the ocean below the 6600 block of DP.
Labrat: Interdisciplinary Reseach is Excellent and Diverse
For those of you who used to follow my weekly column, you know that it was filled with random facts and strange out of the way statistics. I apologize in advance if that’s what you were expecting.
Employees Reach Tentative Deals With University
On May 29, the University of California resolved a contract battle with lecturers that lasted nearly three years, as well as one with research support professionals and technical employees that has lasted almost a year.
Nuclear Contract Loss May be Blessing in Disguise
Never before has the possibility for the University of California to lose control of the labs been faced. To some, this signifies a dark day for the University, as the change in policy is the result of a series of unfortunate events that reflected poorly on it.