What Is Science Outreach and Why Is It Important?

Anila Mary Lijo — April 22, 2025 - 1:58pm

How are 91��Ƭ Davis scientists educating the public about the important research conducted on their campus? And how can outreach improve science?

91��Ƭ Davis is a premier research institution where cutting-edge science is conducted daily by dedicated faculty, staff and students. One of the most important aspects of science is sharing knowledge gained from experiments and research studies.

Face to Face: Aggie Square’s Aims for the Region

Anila Mary Lijo — April 29, 2025 - 11:53am

On this month’s Face to Face With Chancellor May, George Baxter, chief innovation and economic development officer, shared insights into Aggie Square, an innovation district on the Sacramento campus.

How Aggie Square Is Advancing Innovation in Sacramento

Jocelyn C Anderson — April 29, 2025 - 8:45am

Learn how 91��Ƭ Davis’ Aggie Square is solving pressing challenges through collaborative research and cutting-edge technology.

Study Suggests Dance and Lullabies Aren’t Universal Human Behaviors

Andy Fell — April 29, 2025 - 8:00am

Social singing and dance are often assumed to be hard-wired into the human condition; studies have supported the conclusion that these are common across cultures. But new research from a 91��Ƭ, Davis, anthropologist challenges the idea that dance and lullabies are universal among humans.

Staff: Volunteer to Help Commencement Run Smoothly

Julie Ling Huang — April 28, 2025 - 4:56pm

To ensure that Spring Commencement runs smoothly at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento this June, organizers are inviting staff members to participate as commencement ambassadors and serve in a variety of capacities.

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Ambassadors must be available to work a minimum of one five-hour shift and attend a virtual training session on May 14.

Students Prepare for Undergraduate Research Conference

Julia Ann Easley — April 22, 2025 - 3:51pm

91��Ƭ Davis student Natasha Bibbs of Sacramento has already gone places with academic research — and she hopes to go even further.

The fourth-year student travelled about 2,000 miles to Louisiana and more than 150 years back in time to discover how someone she believes is an ancestor — perhaps her great-great-grandfather — became one of the first Black doctors in his community and used his status to contribute to the African American community.

Give Day Sets New Fundraising Record

Cody Kitaura — April 22, 2025 - 10:30am

The spirit of Give Day was in full swing as the 91��Ƭ Davis community rallied together for the ninth annual celebration, held over Picnic Day weekend. With more than 4,100 donations made both online and in person, this year’s event raised nearly $4.5 million — surpassing the previous dollar amount record of $4.1 million set in 2022.

Remembrance Ceremony to Honor Aggies Lost in the Past Year

Julie Ling Huang — April 15, 2025 - 2:48pm

The university will hold the second annual Remembrance Ceremony on May 19 from noon-1 p.m. at the 91��Ƭ Davis Conference Center Ballrooms. The ceremony provides a space for the university community to honor the students, faculty and staff we have lost in the past year.

Q&A: How Tech Foundry Hopes to Have an Impact at Aggie Square

Cody Kitaura — April 15, 2025 - 12:53pm

When a researcher at 91��Ƭ Davis needs a tool that doesn’t exist, they often turn to Tech Foundry, a facility that uses 3D printers, CNC machines and laser cutters to create one-of-a-kind devices and prototypes.

The development facility, known previously as the TEAM Lab, is operated by the Department of Biomedical Engineering and has had a location in Davis for more than 15 years, and is now in the process of opening a second space in Aggie Square.

Celebrating Those Who Build Community

Cody Kitaura — April 15, 2025 - 12:40pm

The recipients of the 2024-25 Chancellor’s Achievement Awards for Diversity and Community were honored last week for “helping us to deepen our connections with each other and supporting our increasingly diverse communities,” as Chancellor Gary S. May said.

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