Research scientist Susan Landau discusses her work at UC Berkeley in the field of brain imaging and Alzheimer's disease.
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ScrippsDeep origins of the ‘Hawaiian Hotspot’ Ocean-bottom seismometer findings suggest hotspot is the result of a lower-mantle plume beneath the islands. 
UC Santa BarbaraTeam uses pluripotent stem cells to rescue vision in rats Research shows potential for stem cell-based therapies to treat age-related macular degeneration in humans.
UCLA ----------------------------------------WISE satellite to reveal new galaxies, stars, asteroids UCLA professor is principal investigator for the project, which is expected to discover millions of uncharted celestial objects.
UC San Diego ----------------------------------------DNA mix-ups not random in cancer development Male sex hormone receptor may facilitate chromosomal changes linked to prostate and other cancers.
UC Davis ----------------------------------------Medical center ranks highly in quality, efficiency Placement among Leapfrog Hospital Survey's 45 top hospitals recognizes commitment to safety and top-notch care.
UC Berkeley ----------------------------------------Chancellor's video message to campus community Birgeneau reflects on Wheeler Hall protest and how to transform frustration over budget cuts into constructive action.
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----------------------------------------UC faculty share concerns over fee increases, protests UC Academic Council members express concern over recent campus protests in open letter to UC community, saying the university must be a place where it is safe to teach, learn and protest peacefully. More Campus and Lab News Resource Quick Links |
Top Feature Students Blue and Gold covers more lower-income families Changes in family income qualifications allow more students to benefit from this and other financial aid programs such as Cal Grants and Pell Grants. More Top Features Office of the President News
UC RegentsMLK Hospital to reopen Regents approve entering into partnership with Los Angeles County to create nonprofit to reopen hospital in South L.A. 
National LabsPaul Alivisatos appointed director of Berkeley Lab Appointee has held interim director position since January 2009, has been on UC Berkeley faculty since 1988.
Libraries ----------------------------------------Uncovering California’s environmental collections California Digital Library to catalog a wealth of collections, ranging from mining and forestry to activism and research.
Admissions ----------------------------------------Application deadline extended Technical problems with online application process lead to Dec. 2 filing extension.
UCOP ----------------------------------------UC Commission on Future invites public input First public forum set for Dec. 8 in San Francisco; town hall meetings at campuses continue in December.
Student Fees ----------------------------------------Students protest fees, budget at UC headquarters Two-hour occupation of administration building lobby in Oakland ends peacefully.
UCOP ----------------------------------------Summary of compensation actions Items approved or reviewed by the Regents, related to new hirings, promotions and transfers.
Students ----------------------------------------Programs' growth ensures success of foster youth Most campuses offer services that aid students with housing, finances and transitions to both college and employment.
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