Innovation Content

�°��ϲ��Ļ��Ϣ Davis Joins New $285 Million CHIPS Semiconductor Research Institute

Andy Fell — December 09, 2024 - 4:40pm

The University of California, Davis will be part of a new, $285 million nationwide institute dedicated to advancing research and manufacturing of American semiconductors.

The new institute, known as SMART USA (Semiconductor Manufacturing and Advanced Research with Twins USA) will develop, validate and use digital twins to improve domestic semiconductor design, manufacturing, advanced packaging, assembly and test processes.

Animal and Veterinary Innovation Center Established at �°��ϲ��Ļ��Ϣ Davis

Andy Fell — November 22, 2024 - 11:31am

�°��ϲ��Ļ��Ϣ Davis is one of four institutions nationwide selected by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to establish Animal and Veterinary Innovation centers to help spur innovation and advance regulatory decisions.

The �°��ϲ��Ļ��Ϣ Davis Intentional Genomic Alteration Innovation Center will focus on genome editing of livestock like pigs, sheep and cattle to support science-based regulations that demonstrate the safety of the technology and pave the way for human consumption of edited animals.

�°��ϲ��Ļ��Ϣ Davis Joins New NSF I-Corps Hub, Part of National Innovation Network

Andy Fell — October 30, 2024 - 3:46pm

The University of California, Davis, will partner in one of three new NSF Innovation Corps (NSF I-Corps) Hubs announced today (Oct. 30) by the U.S. National Science Foundation. The new hubs will scale the NSF-led National Innovation Network (NIN), accelerating the translation of discoveries into new solutions that benefit society and the economy.

�°��ϲ��Ļ��Ϣ Davis Exceeds $1 Billion in Research Awards for Third Consecutive Year

Andy Fell — September 09, 2024 - 3:17pm

The University of California, Davis, once again exceeded $1 billion in new external research awards in the fiscal year 2023-24, surpassing the amount received in the previous year by $33 million. The funding, which totaled $1.039 billion, will enable scientific discoveries and innovations addressing a wide range of global needs.

Innovative New Technology Helps Seniors Age in Place

Jocelyn C Anderson — August 27, 2024 - 10:30am

I-Care connects older adults with mild cognitive impairment to long-distance family members, providing support for daily tasks and continuing care at home.

Nobel Laureate Charles Rice and Athlete Rolf Benirschke Return to Campus for On-Stage Conversation

Andy Fell — February 27, 2024 - 10:00am

Two notable alumni — Nobel laureate Charles Rice and former pro football player and patient advocate Rolf Benirschke — will return to the University of California, Davis, on Friday, March 15, for an on-stage conversation about scientific innovation.

�°��ϲ��Ļ��Ϣ Davis Exceeds $1 Billion in Research Awards for 2nd Year

Andy Fell — September 12, 2023 - 8:00am

The University of California, Davis, exceeded $1 billion in new external research awards in the fiscal year 2022-23 following the record set the previous year.

Checking In With Chancellor May: Student Success

Dave Jones — June 09, 2023 - 1:22pm

To the �°��ϲ��Ļ��Ϣ Davis Community:

You’ve heard me say it before: Commencement season is one of my favorite times of the year. Our newest graduates will soon embark on their next journeys, and, with their degrees from �°��ϲ��Ļ��Ϣ Davis, they are poised to find great success in the workforce and graduate school.

Nothing beats seeing our students go off to shape a better tomorrow.

Checking In With Chancellor May: Processing

Dave Jones — May 12, 2023 - 2:01pm

We’ve been through a lot. It will take us a while to feel whole again. It will take time to grieve, process and heal. We are here to help with your concerns about mental health and physical safety.

Checking In With Chancellor May: A Legacy of Innovation

Dave Jones — April 14, 2023 - 12:17pm

To the �°��ϲ��Ļ��Ϣ Davis Community:

The power of innovation has fascinated me since I was a child. As I snapped Lego blocks together and assembled Erector sets, I was building the foundation of a career — first in engineering and now in higher education leadership — that seeks to create a better tomorrow.

Innovation Content

�°������ϲ���Ļ��Ϣ Davis Joins New $285 Million CHIPS Semiconductor Research Institute

Animal and Veterinary Innovation Center Established at �°������ϲ���Ļ��Ϣ Davis

�°������ϲ���Ļ��Ϣ Davis Joins New NSF I-Corps Hub, Part of National Innovation Network

�°������ϲ���Ļ��Ϣ Davis Exceeds $1 Billion in Research Awards for Third Consecutive Year