Day: February 25, 2014

Dr. Xiaolin Zi

Can kava cure cancer?

UC Irvine study of plant compound’s effectiveness against bladder malignancies has yielded promising results

‘We Step Into the Light’ event celebrates resilience, healing after sexual abuse

The “healing arts” take on a whole new meaning Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 26 and 27, at UC Irvine when the Campus Assault Resources & Education office presents “We Step Into the Light.”

UCI honored by EPA for exemplary climate leadership

Irvine, Calif., Feb. 25, 2014 — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has recognized UC Irvine with the 2014 Climate Leadership Award for Organizational Leadership for reducing carbon pollution and addressing climate change. The EPA announced the award in conjunction with the Association of Climate Change Officers, the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions, and The Climate Registry. “We […]

Claire Trevor School of the Arts wins Community Award for top arts organization

UC Irvine’s Claire Trevor School of the Arts, represented by Dean Joseph S. Lewis III, won one of 12 Community Awards from Coast Magazine at a Feb. 3 event feting 48 finalists for their contributions to Orange County and the local economy.

UC Irvine establishes Institute for Innovation to expedite technology transfer and commercialization of research

Irvine, Calif., Feb. 25, 2014 – The University of California, Irvine today announced the creation of the UC Irvine Institute for Innovation, an interdisciplinary and campuswide center focused on integrating research, entrepreneurship and technology to create real-world applications that benefit the public and drive the economy. The institute is envisioned to be “an epicenter of innovation […]