Spring 2026
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, psychologist Megan Robbins says there’s a lot of good that can come from gossip
Alumni Awards of Distinction
Meet the exemplary UCR alumni who were honored at this year’s awards celebration in April
BETWEEN THE LINES
When it’s Bees vs. Ants, Nobody Wins
Invasive ants are adding stress to bumble bee populations already under pressure
OFFICE HOURS
Charting Culture Through Media
A career in television and informs Tabassum “Ruhi” Khan’s study of societies in transition
R STAR
A Single Act of Kindness
Wally Bakare’s journey from Lagos to leadership of the UCR Foundation Board of Trustees
ALUMNI PROFILE
Giving Hope a Home
Cesar Toledo is dedicated to helping LGBTQ youth succeed
BOOKS
Page Turners
A look at recently published works by UCR faculty, staff, and alumni
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Bhawana Acharya
Doctoral student Bhawana Acharya is planting seeds for her family’s future
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