July 26, 2010 – Research is multi-faceted, as this summer’s SURF-IT undergraduates are quickly learning. One of the most essential components for many projects is the protection of the human research subjects participating in them. During last week’s SURF-IT lunchtime seminar, K

July 22, 2010 – Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems – known as MEMS – are tiny devices that combine silicon-based microelectronics and micromachining technology. Made from components ranging in size from 0.001 to 0.1 millimeters, the finished devices generally are smaller than one

July 21, 2010 – To celebrate its 350th anniversary, the Royal Society  last month hosted “Culture Evolves,” a London-based conference focused on the notion that culture is more important to animals than previously believed. Twenty four international experts presented talks on th

July 19, 2010 – Given current global affairs, researchers the world over are seeking new ways to conserve energy. uci@home, a project funded through the university’s Environment Institute, is using a unique approach to achieve that goal. What sets uci@home apart is its emphasis