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Matt Perko

UCSB ranks eighth globally for interdisciplinary science

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Matt Perko
Morrissey’s group is working to harness macrophage immune cells for novel cancer therapies.

Prof. Meghan Morrissey honored by the American Cancer Society for her work on cancer immunotherapy
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"The Fourth Invasion" argues that present-day hydroelectric projects are a continuation of Guatemala's long history of colonialism and resource exploitation and includes the state-sponsored genocide of the late 20th century

Guatemala’s history of colonialism, from genocide to extractionist industries
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2024–25 Racial Justice Fellows, from left: India Sanders, Diego Lazcano Avila and Marlene Lopez Torres

Fellows in the fight for racial justice
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New agreement empowers more UC authors to share their scholarship openly 
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A leader in promoting global engagement, reflecting diversity and embracing different perspectives
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Library’s new consultation service targets campus research labs
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Matt Perko

The university’s foundation board adds new trustees, welcomes new chair
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Center for Black Studies Research launches documentary series with ‘Slavery by Another Name’
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Jeff Liang

Learn and grow: Dilling Yang Staff Scholarship Program marks 20-year milestone
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Katie Falcone

Campus teams with students, neighbors and local agencies to ensure a safe and serene Halloween
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Early Academic Outreach Program is ‘Planting Dreams’ at UC Santa Barbara
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Matt Perko

UCSB’s cybersecurity chief on protecting digital spaces and the role of AI
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