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UC Irvine rowing team crews hold a brisk workout on Lido Channel course circa 1966. (Photo courtesy of UC Irvine Libraries Archives) |
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Training the NextGenPop science researchers |
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As part of the NextGenPop program hosted at UC Irvine, 17 students – from sophomores to recent bachelor’s degree recipients representing 14 universities across the nation – were selected as up-and-coming population science researchers to participate in a training session for advanced instruction, career development and networking. “Programs such as NextGenPop are crucial in providing rigorous training and professionalization opportunities for students who might not otherwise have the resources to gain experience in population sciences,” says Tim Bruckner, professor of health, society and behavior. “I fully expect that, in the future, these stellar trainees will be leaders in their respective research areas.” |
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The past, present and future of labor in the US |
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In this episode of The UC Irvine Podcast, Virginia Parks, professor of urban planning and public policy, addresses the diverse elements affecting the American labor market, including automation, artificial intelligence, energy transition and, more recently, the deportation of laborers in various fields. She also gives advice to young people making the daunting decision about what they should do for a living – and shares how the UC Irvine Labor Center can help. |
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Low-vision rehabilitation therapy |
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Age-related macular degeneration impacts the central vision in one or both eyes, while the peripheral vision – what can be seen above, below and to the side without turning the head – remains intact. Nilima Tanna, a low-vision occupational therapist with the UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, spoke with WebMD about low-vision rehabilitation therapy and how it can help people maintain their independence while living with AMD. |
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Introducing UC President James B. Milliken |
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In this video, UC President James B. Milliken, who began his tenure as the 22nd president on Aug. 1, shares his introductory message with the UC community. |
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UC admits record number of in-state students |
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The University of California accepted over 77 percent of in-state, first-year undergraduate applicants for fall 2025 – a full 7 points higher than last year. Across the UC system, acceptance rates for both California freshmen and California community college transfer students shot up as well. “California has no shortage of brilliant students seeking educational opportunity, and we’re thrilled to be at the top of their list. We’re trying to bring in as many qualified students as possible to access the transformative power of a UC education,” said Han Mi Yoon-Wu, UC associate vice provost and executive director of undergraduate admissions. “We are proud to offer these exceptional young people a place at the University of California.” |
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Researcher goes the distance |
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Asuka Eguchi, assistant professor of physiology and biophysics in the School of Medicine, credits her background as an endurance runner with preparing her for scientific discovery. Eguchi’s lab explores genetic forms of heart failure, investigating the molecular pathways underlying disease in an effort to develop therapeutic strategies to prevent disease progression. “Ever since I was a teenager, I’ve been studying running – how slow and fast [muscle] fibers work or how your heart adapts to endurance events,” said Eguchi, who is currently focused on gene therapy to combat heart failure in those with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. “So I definitely had that foundational knowledge before I even started doing research.” |
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#UCIconnected spotlights interesting updates from the UC Irvine community. #IamUCI spotlights profiles of students, faculty, staff and alumni. Send submissions via email or post on social media with the #UCIconnected or #IamUCI hashtags. |
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Psychology Today, Aug. 6 Cited: Greg Hickok, Distinguished Professor and department chair of language science |
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The Orange County Register, Aug. 6 Cited: UC Irvine Environmental Health & Safety |
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Prevention, July 28 Cited: Matt Landry, assistant professor of population health and disease prevention |
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