UCR Magazine: Spring 2026
The spring 2026 issue of UCR Magazine features stories about current research, recent Highlander accomplishments, future projects, and more.
Student Spotlight, Bhawana Acharya: Doctoral student Bhawana Acharya is planting seeds for her family’s future
Taming the Self-Eating Dragon: Researchers Mahsa Khayat-Khoei and Seema Tiwari-Woodruff are working to advance treatments and reverse the damage caused by multiple sclerosis
Backstage Pass: Peek behind the curtain to see what it took to bring UCR’s fall production of “Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors” to life on stage
The Green Machine: New technology patented by bioengineer Charles Cai is helping transform plant waste into sustainable fuels and high-end textiles
Do Tell: Despite the bad rap, this UCR psychologist says there’s a lot of good that can come from gossip
2026 Alumni Awards of Distinction: Meet the exemplary UCR alumni who were honored at this year’s awards celebration in April
When it's Bees vs. Ants, Nobody Wins: Invasive ants are adding stress to bumble bee populations already under pressure
Charting Culture Through Media: A career in television and informs Tabassum “Ruhi” Khan’s study of societies in transition
A Single Act of Kindness: Wally Bakare’s journey from Lagos to leadership of the UCR Foundation Board of Trustees
Giving Hope a Home: Cesar Toledo is dedicated to helping LGBTQ youth succeed
Page Turners: A look at recently published works by UCR faculty, staff, and alumni
R'View: Chancellor S. Jack Hu on UCR’s role as an engine of prosperity
Class Notes: Awards, milestones, and career updates from alumni
We Remember: Remembering members of our Highlander family
