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concept illustration of robot collective acting like a tool
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Disk-shaped robots can act collectively to accomplish tasks such as lifting and manipulating objects, or supporting weight

How to get a robot collective to act like a smart material

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Studies of Small Water Fleas Help Ecologists Understand Population Dynamics

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UCSB Scientists and Humanists Discuss the Origins of the Universe

Linus Pauling Medal Goes to UCSB Chemistry Professor

New UCSB Faculty Member Receives Subaru's ‘Outstanding Woman in Science' Award from the Geological Society of America

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UCSB Researchers Develop Cross-Protective Vaccine

Current Mass Extinction Spurs Major Study of Which Plants to Save

Packard Fellowship Awarded to UCSB Chemist

Scientists Propose the Creation of a New Type of Seed Bank, Will Help Understanding of Evolution and Climate Change

Veeco Instruments Establishes Endowed Chair in Engineering Sciences
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