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When Billie Jean and Condoleezza and Chelsea met Sally
Each year Sally Ride Science at UC San Diego hosts a Women in Leadership conversation, bringing together female leaders from widely varied fields to share their personal stories and their insights on the progress of women. Tam O’Shaughnessy, Ride’s life partner and cofounder of Sally Ride Science, conceived of the event in 2018 to celebrate […]
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Connecting Your Passion to Purpose
In a recent episode of Career Talks, we had the pleasure of speaking with Neville Billimoria, a renowned communication strategist, philanthropy leader, and an ardent proponent of a more holistic and engaging educational system. Neville shares an enlightening perspective on how we can turn traditional teaching on its head by creating a conducive learning environment […]
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Navigating Diversity Challenges in Higher Education
With the dismantling of affirmative action policies by courts and legislatures, colleges and universities face the challenge of ensuring diversity within their faculty and student populations. Dr. Stella M. Flores, a professor of Higher Education and Public Policy at the University of Texas, Austin, shares valuable research on college access and completion outcomes for underrepresented […]
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What is ChatGPT: Exploring an Incredible Chatbot
The development of ChatGPT represents a significant breakthrough in the field of artificial intelligence. It showcases the incredible advancements made in natural language processing and machine learning. So what exactly is this new tool that everyone’s raving about? That question and many others are answered by UC San Diego Halıcıoğlu Data Science Institute Assistant Professor […]
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The Mind-Body Connection
Embracing an active lifestyle not only benefits our physical health but also nurtures our mental acuity, leading to a higher quality of life as we age. Dr. Zvinka Z. Zlatar highlights the potential benefits of physical activity in reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive issues. In her insightful presentation, she sheds light […]
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Behind the Scenes of a Unique Ocean Research Simulator
As our climate continues to change, researchers need to understand the complicated chemical, biological, and physical processes that occur at the boundary between the ocean and the atmosphere. The Scripps Institution of Oceanography has a unique tool that allows scientists to simulate varying ocean environments by controlling winds, waves, water chemistry, temperature, light and more. […]
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Breastfeeding: Common Questions
Breastfeeding is a natural and beautiful way to nourish your baby. It can also be challenging and overwhelming for new mothers. Join Nancy White, RN, IBCLC, a board-certified lactation consultant, and Julia Cormano, MD, FACOG as they discuss the basics of breastfeeding, and provide helpful tips for your breastfeeding journey. Some of the questions they […]
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How Modern Slavery Impacts the Environment
There are 45 million enslaved people in the world today. The links between slavery, conflict, environmental destruction, economics and consumption began to strengthen and evolve in the 20th century. The availability of people who might be enslaved dramatically increased in line with population growth – and often, slaves are forced to do work that is […]