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CITRIS researcher Marina Radulaski's team at the University of California, Davis, has demonstrated an etching method for fabricating quantum photonic devices in silicon carbide — bringing the quantum internet a step closer to reality. Read more from the UC Davis College of Engineering: https://lnkd.in/gszHFSAd UC Davis Electrical and Computer Engineering | UC Davis Office of Research #Quantum #Nanophotonics #Photonics #Nanofabrication #SiliconCarbide

Brian Trainor, professor of psychology, leads NIH-funded research examining how stress alters brain function and behavior. His lab studies how stress changes how hormones work in the brain, and how these changes affect behaviors related to mental health disorders. The goal is to discover new treatments for disorders such as PTSD. Learn more about Trainor's research by visiting ucdav.is/LabsToLives #FromLabsToLives | #SaveNIHresearch Image description: A headshot of Brian Trainor on a dark blue background with white text overlay that reads, "From Labs to Lives: How Research Funding Solves Real-World Problems" and his quote, "The students doing the research go on to get jobs in medicine, biotechnology, research and education. If laboratories shut down, these training opportunities will be eliminated."

?? ?? AI is reshaping the future of food, from optimizing delicious and nutritious ingredient formulations to accelerating time to market for groundbreaking innovations across the food system. Our latest faculty spotlight highlighting Dr. Ilias Tagkopoulos, director of the AI Institute for Next Generation Food Systems (AIFS) exemplifies the power of interdisciplinary, use-inspired research at UC Davis. Together we advance AI-driven solutions to unlock new opportunities across the food system that prioritize taste, nutrition, affordability, and sustainability. ?? We believe that bridging academia and industry is key to advancing innovation to make the food we love healthier for people and the planet. Collaborations like these drive real-world impact, bringing scientific breakthroughs to market faster and with greater precision. ?? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gifKGZBZ

Latest from our Ask the Experts column! Over the years, Americans have shifted in our general approach to food based on evolving guidance. In the span of a few decades we have gone from the “eat less fat, cholesterol and salt” model to a heightened focus on reducing sugar consumption, and most recently towards eating more natural foods and avoiding those that are heavily processed. Now we are hearing a lot about ultra-processed foods. Many are confused, wondering what we should do and who we can trust. To help clear up the confusion, we reached out to three UC Davis experts in nutrition and food science, asking them to provide some clarity based on research. Professors Charlotte Biltekoff, Nitin Nitin and Angela M Zivkovic answer your questions to provide insight based on research. You don't want to miss this Q&A ?? https://bit.ly/42bczyJ Innovation Institute for Food & Health, UC Davis

Next in the "From Labs to Lives" series, Dr. Leigh Ann Simmons, professor at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis at UC Davis, is tackling Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) head-on with her research. With support from USDA, they’re connecting families to resources that build resilience, strengthen communities and change lives. Dr. Simmons' research helps break cycles of trauma and supports healthier communities. Without continued funding, vital programs could be lost, leaving vulnerable families without access to life-changing support. To learn more about Dr. Simmons' research, visit ucdav.is/LabsToLives #FromLabsToLives | #SaveNIHresearch Image description: A headshot of Leigh Ann Simmons on a dark blue background with white text overlay that reads, "From Labs to Lives: How Research Funding Solves Real-World Problems" and her quote, "For every dollar the USDA invests in research, it generates $2.46 in economic benefits in the form of new jobs and infrastructure."

John Morrison, professor of neurology, is leading NIH-funded research to understand how aging affects the brain at a cellular level. His work focuses on synaptic health in the cerebral cortex, examining how factors like hormonal changes and inflammation influence brain function over time. We highlight Morrison's work in "From Labs to Lives" as it is paving the way for treatments that could help protect brain function as we age. Without continued NIH funding, progress in understanding and preventing neurodegenerative diseases could slow, delaying potential breakthroughs particularly in Alzheimer’s prevention and treatment. Learn more about Morrison's research by visiting ucdav.is/LabsToLives #FromLabsToLives | #SaveNIHresearch Image description: A headshot of John Morrison on a dark blue background with white text overlay that reads, "From Labs to Lives: How Research Funding Solves Real-World Problems" and his quote, "In the case of NIH-funded research, you’ll disrupt ongoing clinical trials, which is dangerous to those patients. You will disrupt the very basic work that NIH tends to fund that pharma and biotech aren’t going to do, because their responsibility is to go that last step toward developing an intervention."

UC Davis Professor Sue Ebeler won the 2024 Women & Philanthropy Impact Award for her groundbreaking work empowering students and advancing global research. Ebeler has spent more than 30 years at UC Davis building a culture of belonging, mentorship and opportunity. Her leadership has empowered countless students — especially women — to find their place and thrive. “I’m incredibly honored to receive this award, but more than anything, I’m grateful for the opportunity to support and uplift our students and staff,” she said. “Creating spaces where they feel valued, encouraged and empowered has been one of the most rewarding parts of my career.” Many congratulations, Dr. Ebeler! UC Davis College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

“Avian influenza is not new — it has been around for decades,” said Mark Stetter, dean of the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. “But what is new is this virus is changing, and it’s changing in multiple ways that have raised concerns lately.” Stetter spoke at a recent?UC Health Grand Rounds, where he joined a panel of experts from UC Davis to share the latest information about the virus — also known as H5N1 — and how it’s affecting people and animals across the Golden State. Learn more about avian flu from the University of California experts.

Congratulations are in order for the eight faculty members who comprise the newest class of Chancellor’s Fellows, given to early career academics doing exemplary work in their fields! Meet the Fellows and learn about their research at the link below. Randy Carney Megan Dennis @Daniel Karp Kassandra Ori-McKenney Alexis Patterson Williams Crystal Rogers Claudia Sanchez-Gutierrez Lauren Young

"From Labs to Lives" is a series highlighting faculty research impact on the quality of life of residents and contributions to America’s global leadership in technology and innovation. Through collaboration between our top-ranked hospital and veterinary school, as well as our science and engineering discoveries, our research directly improves American lives. In this series, our researchers describe the impact of their work, and the consequences if federal funding for this cutting-edge research were reduced or eliminated. Dr. Ramsey Badawi, department of radiology and department of biomedical engineering professor, shares how his research developed a total-body PET scanner that is much faster than regular PET scanners, allowing children to have their scans without needing sedation or anesthetic. This makes the scans safer, and easier on both the children and their parents alike. This PET innovation was made possible due to federal funding. Without continued funding, progress could stall, leading to more late-stage diagnoses, fewer treatment options, and higher healthcare costs. Learn more about Dr. Badawi's PET research by visiting ucdav.is/LabsToLives #FromLabsToLives | #SaveNIHresearch Image description: A headshot of Ramsey Badawi on a dark blue background with white text overlay that reads, "From Labs to Lives: How Research Funding Solves Real-World Problems" and his quote, "Total-body PET has essentially created a whole new industry, but without the kick-starting of the federal health care dollars, to really turn that idea into practice, I’m not sure it would ever have happened. And I think that’s true for a lot of these new ideas in healthcare."