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Engineers at the University of California, Davis, have invented a device that can generate mechanical power at night by linking the natural warmth around us to the cold depths of space. The invention could be used, for example, to ventilate greenhouses or other buildings.
At the inaugural AI Innovation Showcase and Prem Jain Symposium, hosted by the UC Davis College of Engineering, faculty, students, alumni and industry partners explored cutting-edge research, startups and programs, emphasizing the importance of collaboration to advance AI.
With a quick leaf scan, the AI-powered Leaf Monitor delivers real-time nutrient insights for crops. By replacing weeks-long lab tests, the new tool, developed by UC Davis engineers, can help farmers boost yields, cut fertilizer waste and manage fields with precision and sustainability.
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Marina Leite Presents Keynote Address at Nature Conference
The professor of materials science and engineering gave a keynote talk at the Nature Conference on Advancing Perovskite-Based Photovoltaics, which brought together academic and industry leaders to explore the progress and challenges of perovskite-based solar cells.
Jeanette Cobian-Iñiguez Named CAMPOS Scholar
Assistant Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Jeanette Cobian-Iñiguez was inducted into the new cohort of the Center for Advancement of Multicultural Perspectives on Science, or CAMPOS, part of UC Davis Inclusive Excellence.
Assistant Professor Recognized as ‘Rising Star’ in Neuroscience
The Transmitter has named Jie Zheng as a rising star pushing the field of neuroscience forward both in and out of the lab. Zheng researches the neural mechanisms underlying human cognitive functions, especially memory. Her goal is to advance knowledge of the human nervous system and develop next-level treatments for conditions like dementia.