Little green flashes unlock secrets of catalytic reactions

UCI researchers have devised a new fluorescence microscopy technique for observing individual molecules during catalytic reactions. Their work, published recently in the prestigious German journal Angewandte Chemie, is aimed at helping scientists and engineers better understand the fundamental workings of catalysis, the basis of multibillion-dollar industries in polymer plastics and pharmaceuticals. “Most studies of catalytic […]

A legacy of giving

Henry and Susan Samueli’s support makes a significant imprint at UCI

UCI among Sierra magazine's top 10 ‘Cool Schools' for eighth straight year

Campus’s green transportation, water conservation, innovation are credited

On the cutting edge of chemistry

Grad student’s year away from UCI results in plutonium science breakthrough

UCI logs second-highest research funding total in fiscal 2016-17

$378 million in grants, contracts reflects strong support for campus mission

Link between biological clock and aging revealed

UCI-led study shows low-calorie diet may help keep body young

Daniella McCahey

A heightened role for humanities

Community internships introduce Ph.D. students to nonacademic career options

Royal Society of Chemistry recognizes William Evans

William Evans, UCI professor of chemistry, is a 2017 recipient of the Centenary Prize from Britain’s Royal Society of Chemistry. Bestowed on outstanding scientists from outside the United Kingdom, the award includes about $6,500, a medal and a certificate. In addition, Evans is invited to give lectures at higher education institutions in the British Isles. […]

Transformative $30 million gift from Samuelis to fund convergent science building

New UCI facility will fuel major multidisciplinary research and innovation

UCI's new 2-D materials conduct electricity near the speed of light

Substances could revolutionize electronic and computing devices