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As wildfires increase in frequency and intensity across regions like the western United States, smoke exposure is becoming more widespread and prolonged. Yet current knowledge gaps make it harder to develop targeted interventions or guidelines. Despite this growing exposure, scientists say the underlying health risks remain poorly understood. A...

Recognized in Inland Empire Magazine’s 50th anniversary issue, Deborah Deas is honored for shaping education and advancing health equity

Understanding fair payment in research participation

Postdoctoral scholar and doctoral students to join global cohort of young scientists in Germany

PRIME LEAD ABC program receives Civic Engagement and Community Service Award

Ting-An Lin will investigate molecular links between microplastics exposure and atherosclerosis

Run by the Riverside Free Clinic, fair highlighted topics on women’s health

Award reflects Rosemary Tyrrell’s contributions to advancing teaching and learning in medical education and beyond

Brandon Brown is the first recipient of the honor at UCR

Third annual symposium brought together top scientists in the RNA field, strengthening UCR’s role as an RNA research hub

Dr. Mahsa Khayat-Khoei will investigate how a special group of immune cells called monocytes contribute to nerve damage in progressive multiple sclerosis

Dr. Anita Gupta is recognized for advancing humanism, equity, and innovation in medicine

UC Riverside’s David Lo has launched a series of graphic narratives to make public health information more accessible

UC Riverside concluded its 71st Commencement season on June 17, with UCR’s Class of 2025 walking at eight discipline- or degree-based ceremonies. Approximately 6,100 graduates, 35,000 in-person guests, 32,000 online streamers, and about 375 volunteer staff participated in the celebrations, which started on June 6. Highlanders belonging to specific...

Addressing DEI meaningfully will help reduce disparities and improve well-being, authors argue

The Sheryl Heron, MD, MPH Legacy Award honors one U.S. emergency physician whose research advances care for underserved, diverse populations

High-powered computers relocated to SOM Ed 1 will benefit research across campus

UC Riverside’s Andrew Subica is co-author on report showing how COVID-19 affected NHPIs in California

A big honor for chemistry and biomedical sciences faculty

Scott Pegan is a lieutenant colonel in the United States Army