Simply Stated: The health implications of soaking up the summer sun

Outdoor activities in the sun paired with longer days, less protective clothing and an increase in the ultraviolet index can all contribute to greater amounts of sun exposure, causing both costs and b...
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Best of Scientific Breakthroughs

A look back on notable scientific happenings and achievements at UCSB during the 2024-25 school year. 
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UCSB student organizations making strides in sustainability

From educating future environmental scientists to building rainwater catchment systems in Rwanda, these student-led organizations are at the heart of UC Santa Barbara’s sustainability efforts. 
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Research in Review: mosquito studies, methamphetamine reinforcement in rats and shark conservation efforts

New UCSB research on mosquitoes, rat appetites, and shark overfishing
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Simply Stated: Siblings or dating? The science behind attraction

While doom-scrolling through posts on social media, you may have come across cheeky posts captioned: “siblings or dating?” The photos depict look-alike pairs and invite viewers to guess if the duo...
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Simply Stated: Are electronic forms of note-taking really superior?

After a day spent cramming material for a class you know you went to but cannot seem to recall anything from, you may be left wondering: are electronic forms of note-taking really the most effective w...
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