Faculty

Political scientist is named a top 50 influencer

Michael Tesler, associate professor of political science, is No. 11 on the Politico 50 list, a collection of “some of the smartest, most provocative minds in America.” He is being honored for his work on how white racism has long been a potent force in American politics – the 2016 election being no exception. In his book published […]

UCI study links selfies, happiness

Taking and sharing smartphone photos boosts positive feelings

Genomic improvisation

Musician-turned-UCI bioengineer strives for on-demand evolution enabling cells to conduct specific beneficial functions

Robotic surrogates help chronically ill kids maintain social, academic ties at school

UCI is first to conduct formal study of virtual inclusion for homebound students

Associate professor pens Newsweek cover story

The cover story for the Sept. 2 issue of Newsweek was written by Erika Hayasaki, UCI associate professor of literary journalism. In her article, “How Poverty Affects the Brain,” she explores a growing field called the neuroscience of poverty. Though largely based on correlations between brain patterns and particular environments, she writes, “the research points to a […]

UCI group awarded $2 million by NSF for light and sound wave research

A UCI team led by Ilya Krivorotov, professor of physics & astronomy, is one of nine interdisciplinary groups to share a new $18 million research grant from the National Science Foundation. The UCI scientists and engineers will receive $2 million to study “nonreciprocal magneto-acoustic waves in chiral magnetic systems” under the NSF’s NewLAW program, which was established […]

Needles not needed

With JDRF grant, UCI professor pursues approach to diabetes that makes daily injections obsolete

A short heat-treatment of luggage may reduce spread of bedbugs

UCI entomologist finds nonchemical method effective in killing pests on exterior

UCI professor to receive honorary doctorate from Finland’s Jyvaskyla University

Jacquelynne Eccles will be recognized for pioneering work in developmental psychology

Why are New England’s wild blue mussels disappearing?

UCI-led study tracks the decline of important coastal shellfish