As you read this, cosmic radiation is passing through your body.
@ucdavis.bsky.social researchers are studying galactic cosmic rays to help NASA make future missions safer for astronauts heading to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
Learn how high-energy physics is shaping the future of space travel:
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Today, you have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on Letters and Science -- the largest college in the UC system.
Your gift -- no matter the size -- fuels innovation, empowers students, and strengthens programs that shape the future.
Give today at https://bit.ly/4muH37v
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As the largest college in the UC system, we offer limitless educational opportunities that encourage exploration, discovery, and understanding.
No matter the size of the gift, your generosity helps prepare students for meaningful careers.
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Have you made your Picnic Day plans yet?
From live performances and museum exhibitions to hands-on science demos and the beloved Chemistry Magic Show, L&S is bringing curiosity and creativity to every corner of campus.
Take a look at our Letters and Science guide to make the most of your visit!
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Give Day is officially here!
Today, you have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on Letters and Science, fueling innovation, empowering students, and strengthening programs that shape the future.
No matter the size, your gift makes a difference.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4muH37v
This is a cover of Time 100 featuring Tony Tyson holding a pen, writing on a surface. He has short white hair and is wearing glasses, a gray sweater, and a striped shirt. The credit is given to Rocco Ceselin for Nature.
A stunning view of the Milky Way galaxy stretches across the night sky. In the foreground, The Vera C. Rubin Observatory with a distinctive angular design is visible. The sky is filled with colorful hues and a dense cluster of stars.
Tony Tyson is standing in a room with scientific equipment at UC Davis. Text overlay reads "Tony Tyson named one of TIME Magazine's 100 most influential people of 2026."
A panoramic view of the Vera Rubin Observatory against a vibrant, colorful sunset sky. The text overlay highlights Tyson's role as the Chief Scientist of the observatory in Chile and a research professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at UC Davis.
TIME has named UC Davis Distinguished Research Professor Tony Tyson to the 2026 TIME100, its annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world.
A remarkable recognition of a remarkable scientist!
Visit https://bit.ly/4txSRsx to read more.
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Due to popular demand, the Design Museum's Village Homes exhibition will be extended through June 19th!
Curated by Professor Timothy McNeil and guest curator Adrienne McGraw, the installation has attracted numerous visitors who are interested in learning more about the innovative community.
Can "wellness" be bought?
Check out Dr. Scott Fishman on this week's episode of Minds Over Matters!
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🚨 @ucdavis.bsky.social community, come join us at the annual UC Davis Research Expo on April 29!
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Roland Petersen celebrated his 100th birthday on March 31st!
As a founding faculty member of the art department, Petersen taught at the university for 40 years from 1956 until 1996, building a nationally recognized program and inspiring generations of artists.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4ekS09w
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Did you know that Letters and Science is the largest college in the UC system?
On Give Day, you have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on Letters and Science, fueling innovation, empowering students, and strengthening programs that shape the future.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4muH37v
Radiation is a major problem for deep space travel. In a recent public talk, UC Davis physicist Daniel Cebra outlined the risks and how research in particle physics can help @ucdlands.bsky.social www.ucdavis.edu/egghead/blog...
Some toxic chemicals don’t just slip into our cells; they distract the proteins meant to keep them out.
At @ucdavis.bsky.social, Sascha Nicklisch studies how pollutants like DDT interfere with the body’s defenses — and what that means for our health.
Learn more:
Poster for DHI Grand Re-Launch event at Ann E. Pitzer Center. Includes details: Wednesday, April 8th, 4 PM to 8 PM, featuring a film screening, director Q&A, and a reception. Event is free and open to all.
TOMORROW!
The Davis Humanities Institute is relaunching with a screening of 'The Tallest Dwarf' followed by a Q&A, a reception, and a musical interlude.
The event takes place tomorrow at the Ann E. Pitzer Center and is free and open to everyone.
Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/4s4yyRM
A federal court ruling in Virginia is restoring voting rights with a legal argument grounded in a 1870 law.
Historians at @ucdavis.bsky.social helped show how that law was meant to stop racial discrimination in voting, shaping a major disenfranchisement decision.
Visit our Magazine to learn more.
Go to a museum, listen to music, and just enjoy your weekend. Find out how in the #UCDavis Arts Blog www.ucdavis.edu/arts/blog/we... @ucdlands.bsky.social @ucdavis.bsky.social
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Birthright citizenship is taking center stage at the Supreme Court today -- but what does that mean?
Our experts recently took a look at the 14th Amendment, breaking down what it means and why it matters.
Learn more: lettersandsciencemag.ucdavis.edu/self-society...
The image shows the entrance of the Ann E. Pitzer Center at dusk, with modern architecture featuring large glass windows. In the foreground, there is a blue circle with "dhi" written in white, and bold text announcing a "Grand Relaunch" on Wednesday, April 8th.
Three individuals walk across a room with large paper cutouts of human shapes on the wall behind them. The text above reads, "Davis Humanities Institute relaunches with screening of The Tallest Dwarf and filmmaker Q&A.
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The Davis Humanities Institute is back, bringing bold conversations to campus and community.
Its relaunch kicks off on April 8th with a screening of 'The Tallest Dwarf,' followed by a Q&A, a musical interlude, and a reception.
Read more and register: https://bit.ly/4s4yyRM
Does it still count as a throwback if it just happened?
As we prepare for Spring quarter to start next week, what better time to reminisce on a wonderful Winter term with our @ucdavis.bsky.social Aggies? 💙
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How can faculty better support graduate students and postdocs?
Professor Ellen Hartigan-O’Connor shares insights on mentorship, the “hidden curriculum” of graduate school and why connecting scholars with the right resources matters.
Visit the Letters and Science to read more.
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What makes a hit song today? A UC Davis study finds listeners only partly decide. Platform algorithms on TikTok and Spotify also shape which songs rise to the top.
Learn more at the Letters and Science Magazine.
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Actress Marilu Henner, one of fewer than 70 people with highly superior autobiographical memory (HSAM), visited UC Davis to film a documentary with psychologist Charan Ranganath about how memory shapes identity.
Visit the College of Letters and Science Magazine to learn more.
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Beloved UC Davis campus cat, Cheeto, is lying on a sunlit concrete ledge near a blooming bush with pink flowers. The background features a metal railing.
Happy last day of finals and first day of Spring, Aggies!
We hope you have a safe and celebratory Spring break ☀️🌸
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and UC Davis alum Kathleen DuVal recently returned to campus to discuss Tecumseh, Native identity, and the power of storytelling in history.
Visit our Magazine to read more.
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How do history, culture, and politics shape medicine? This month’s Books of the Month highlights UC Davis scholars examining health, care, and the human body across both time and disciplines.
Check out the list at the Letters and Science Magazine.
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We're thrilled to share that @ucdavis.bsky.social alum Goabaone Jaqueline Ramatlapeng, PhD, was recently featured on the 2026 List of Women Changemakers in the World of Wetlands! Congratulations to Dr. Ramatlapeng.
Read more and check out an awesome Q&A:
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How do mind-altering drugs help people with depression? The @newyorker.com reports on UC Davis chemist David Olson's work to take the trip out of psychedelics, with a goal of making new treatments www.newyorker.com/culture/anna...
Check out Professor Keith David Watenpaugh of @ucdavis.bsky.social on a special episode of @mindsovermatters.bsky.social
