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UC Riverside-led mouse study focuses on cannabis-like molecules that augment feeding behavior

Stroke For fast access to experts, email news@ucr.edu Byron Ford: Professor of biomedical sciences. Developing neuregulin-1 (NRG1) as a treatment in clinical trials for stroke; neuroscience; cellular and molecular mechanisms involved in the pathophysiology of stroke and acute brain injuries. byron.ford@ucr.edu Lama Al-Khoury: Associate clinical professor. Stroke; stroke prevention; headaches...

School of Medicine’s Nicholas DiPatrizio will lead a team tasked with assessing the impact of long-term cannabis exposure on metabolic health and disease

In a new study, a UC Riverside–led team discovered that a buildup of toxic gases in the atmospheres of most planets makes them unfit for complex life as we know it.

How it’s inspiring a new class of lightweight, impact-resistant materials

Pointing the new nanoscopy tool like a Harry Potter wand reveals a high-resolution image of molecules

Memorandum of understanding strengthens the relationship between UCR’s anthropology department and Mexico’s National Institute of Anthropology and History

A number of environmentally focused activities with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will be continuing, thanks to the renewal of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between EPA’s Region 9 and the University of California, Riverside. This interaction includes student internships, workforce development, and unique mentorship opportunities aimed towards creating...

This Nigeria native came to UC Riverside ready to make friends and learn about finance.

For fast access to experts, TEXT or call the 24-hour-experts hotline at 951-312-3049, or email news@ucr.edu Experts on Chemicals David Eastmond, professor emeritus of cell biology and toxicology Eastmond’s expertise comes from years of research and teaching. He has participated on a variety of expert panels related to chemical mutagenesis...

The New York Times and Urban Institute compared similar colleges in determining which schools are exceeding student success expectations - and which schools aren't meeting them.

Nearly 6,000 students are eligible to graduate this year, with ceremonies running from May 31- June 17.

This future PepsiCo associate was raised without her parents since the age of 9. Her resiliency transformed into grit

A first-generation student’s journey into entomology.

This psychology major from Dubai made it her mission to connect local and international students.

“In the Dark” and “The Society” are now airing.

Alejandro De Santiago Perez wants more lab experience before pursuing a doctorate in bioinformatics.

Mark Sebarrotin said UCR was his shot at the California dream; now, he wants to help others achieve their dream, too.

Yasamin Bolourian pursued a doctorate in special education due to a passion for helping families.

A shift from soccer to tennis jostled Kyle McCann's Irish footballer-father, but a storied UCR career affirms it was the right move.