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Unlocking the Mysteries of Physics
Have you ever wondered what physicists actually do? Clifford Johnson, a renowned physicist from UC Santa Barbara, gives you a look into the fascinating world of physics, highlighting the intersection of theory and experimentation. The Role of Theorists and Experimentalists Dr. Johnson shares his enthusiasm for theorists, who are like architects of the universe, creating…
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Restoring American Animation Icons: Popeye, Betty Boop, and More
He is best known for creating some of the most iconic animated characters to grace the silver screen in the 1920s and 1930s—and no, it’s not Walt Disney. From Betty Boop to Koko the Clown, and everyone’s favorite sailor man, Popeye, Max Fleischer brought these characters to life. As an animator, film director, and producer,…
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Can Aging Be Reversed? See How Stem Cells May Hold a Key to Longevity
Aging—it’s the one thing none of us can escape. But what if the solution to slowing it down or even reversing it lies within our own bodies? Recent scientific discoveries about stem cells offer a promising glimpse into the future of aging, and it all starts with understanding how these incredible cells work. Shiri Gur-Cohen,…
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Trump vs. Reagan
What do Ronald Reagan and Donald Trump have in common? Surprisingly, it’s their use of religion as a powerful political tool. Diane Winston, professor of journalism and communication at the University of Southern California, notes that Reagan was both a man of deep faith and a savvy politician who knew how to attract Christian votes.…
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What Do the Beatles Have to Do With the Fossil Lucy?
The story starts on November 24, 1974, following a long, hot morning of mapping and surveying fossils at the site of Hadar in Ethiopia. Before leaving to head back to camp, paleoanthropologist Donald Johanson and graduate student Tom Gray decided to investigate a small gully that had previously been checked twice before by other workers.…
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Spinal Cord Injury: Pioneering New Approaches to Healing and Recovery
In a recent seminar from the Southern California Stem Cell Seminar Series, Dr. Michael Lane, a leader in spinal cord injury research, shed light on groundbreaking strategies that may change how we think about nerve repair and recovery. If you or a loved one has been affected by spinal cord injuries, these insights offer a…
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Astronauts Offer Unique Window on Earth
Welcome to Earth orbit, and the glory of music! In partnership with the Association of Space Explorers, UCTV is the proud new home for the Earth Music project, a collection of movies featuring breathtaking views of Earth captured by astronauts aboard the International Space Station, set to music by world-class musicians. The first movie to…
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Fighting Climate Change Along the U.S.-Mexico Border
San Diego shares nearly 60 miles of border with its neighbors to the south, stretching from the Pacific Ocean in Imperial Beach to the eastern part of the county near the Otay Mountain Wilderness. While many news stories have highlighted the raw sewage issue affecting the Tijuana River Valley, where runoff pollutes the waters and…
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Following in the Footsteps of a Famous Father
For many people, it would be hard to follow in the footsteps of a famous father. But for Rev. Dr. Bernice King, her calling to serve is a natural progression of being the daughter of Martin Luther King, Jr. “There’s good in the worst of us and there’s bad in the best of us. I…
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Unlocking the Secrets of Stem Cells: A Path to Prolonged Human Longevity
What if the key to living longer and healthier lies within our own cells? Recent discoveries in stem cell research might bring us closer to that reality. Understanding aging is one of the most intriguing challenges in modern science, and recent research has uncovered complex biological processes that influence how we age, particularly through changes…
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