For Dan Gianola, Imperfections Are the Perfect Materials Platform

The materials professor receives three awards for contributions to the science of defects, materials characterization, and the tools it requires.

AI Legal Timekeeping Startup Wins UCSB's 27th Annual New Venture Competition

The co-founders designed a timekeeping solution that they say provides a ten times return on investment for law firms from the time saved from the software.

COE Dean Receives an Honorary Degree in Padua, Italy

Umesh Mishra was presented with the most prestigious award given by the University of Padua in Italy.

Materials PhD Candidate Earns Prestigious DOE Research Appointment

Nicolas Fuchs-Lynch will conduct advanced materials research at national laboratory for one year.

UCSB Professor Honored as a Fellow of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering

Dorit Hanein is recognized for her pioneering work in cryoEM, education, and advocacy.

Henry Yang, Two Others Elected as Members of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences

Mechanical engineering, marine biology, and astrophysics are represented by the new AAAS members from UCSB.

UPDATED: NSF Fellowships Reflect Strength of Engineering Talent Pipeline

Nearly thirty students and alumni received one of STEM’s most competitive honors, a fellowship worth up to $159,000.

UC Santa Barbara Team Heads to ICPC World Finals

Team UCSB-WA earns its spot after a top-20 finish at the North America Championship.

UCSB Engineering Graduate Programs Earn Top-Tier National Rankings

The latest U.S. News & World Report assessment underscores the university’s influence in engineering

Pacific Coast Business Times Recognizes Professor Michelle O'Malley

Professor Michelle O'Malley was named one of the Top Women of 2026 by the primary weekly business journal in the tri-counties.

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