The Art and Science of Restoring a Reef

A major NSF award fuels Marley Dewey’s work to engineer better coral reef repair and to share this work with the community.

Michelle O'Malley Named Fellow of the American Chemical Society

The UC Santa Barbara professor was recognized for pioneering microbial research and sustained leadership within the scientific community

UCSB to Lead National Cloud Laboratory for Advanced Materials

Supported by $20 million from the National Science Foundation, COAST PCL will combine robotics, AI, and advanced instruments so that researchers can conduct experiments from anywhere.

More Than a Fellowship

An NIH renewal expands interdisciplinary training and mentorship in UC Santa Barbara’s growing Department of Bioengineering.

Gaucho Racing Accelerates to a Breakthrough Finish

After years of setbacks, UC Santa Barbara’s Formula SAE team earns the best finish in club history.

Two UCSB-Led Projects Selected for DOE's Genesis Mission

Projects led by chemical engineering professor Michelle O’Malley and chemistry professor Justin Wilson will use AI to speed scientific discovery.

A Smarter Way to See Danger

The Zaleski Discovery Award will support Marius Schneider’s effort to develop faster, more energy-efficient wearable safety technology for blind and low-vision travelers.

CNN Profiles Nobel Laureate Shuji Nakamura and His Quest to Power the World

The distinguished professor of electrical and computer engineering and materials at UCSB literally lit up the world — and now wants to power it.

UCSB Faculty Honored for Outstanding Contributions to Compound Semiconductor Research

Jonathan Klamkin and Sriram Krishnamoorthy recognized for pioneering advances in compound semiconductor research and technology.

Two Engineering Faculty Receive Early Career Awards from the University of California

Marley Dewey and Tyler Mefford will each pursue research that supports environmental resilience.

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