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Mariya Alsaiari | SQ 2025-26
The stereotypical medical student wears a white coat speckled with stray pen marks and pockets stuffed full of notes. Read More
Cuttlefish eyesight is interesting for two reasons. First, eyesight is key to cuttlefish survival. By utilizing eyesight in addition to camouflage, they are able to increase their survival. Second, the complex network of neurons utilized when cuttlefish track prey can help us better understand how human eyesight works as well. Read More
Every week our Research Editors highlight a few of the latest headlines in science news and explain why these pieces are interesting and applicable to our classes at UC San Diego. If you find an engaging science article, share it with us on our Facebook page and your highlight may just be featured! Read More
Concerns have been expressed that California has only about 12 months of water left, and the severity of the drought has also been felt through rising water bills, soon to be as high as $80-$90 per month. Read More
Every week our Research Editors highlight a few of the latest headlines in science news and explain why these pieces are interesting and applicable to our classes at UC San Diego. If you find an engaging science article, share it with us on our Facebook page and your highlight may just be featured! Read More
I’ve been dying to talk about something dumb that happens in a movie, but then they used “almost magical” as their excuse. Read More
For most sleep-deprived college students, coffee is a staple of their morning routine, especially with finals fast approaching. This bitter brew has the ability to make us feel at least a little more fresh, awake, and prepared for the day. Read More
Imagine feeling like someone stabbed you in the leg, and looking down to see that your leg is not even there. This phenomenon, known as “phantom limb,” Read More
Do you just want to uncover all the juicy details behind their intimate lives? Then you’re in luck! Read on to learn the stories of one of today’s most infamous celebrities: Mary Jane (or, as most refer to her, marijuana). Read More