In this report, you will find groundbreaking research that shapes the future of California and beyond, from protecting ecosystems against climate change to fighting diseases and preserving biodiversity. This year’s Dean’s Report is focused on our home state of California. We hope to call attention to some of the work being done by
faculty at the School of Biological Sciences that has a direct impact on the state’s residents and ecosystems, from climate change to diabetes research and much more.
Featured Articles
Assistant Professor Benjamin Morehouse Awarded $150,000 Michelson Prize to Advance Immunology Research
Dr. Benjamin Morehouse studies a unique branch of immunology called “ancient immunity.” Like an archeologist searching for clues among ancient ruins, Morehouse scours the ancient genomes of bacteria for yet undiscovered immune treasures.
Flip the Switch: UC Irvine Study Reveals a Metabolic Trigger That Helps Muscles Repair and Grow
Building and keeping muscle is essential for lifelong health, not just athletic performance. Strong skeletal muscle supports mobility, healthy aging and recovery after injury or illness.
How the Immune System Detects and Tames Damaged DNA
When cells are stressed by aging, infection or environmental damage, they can release fragments of their own DNA into the cell interior. This misplaced DNA acts like an alarm, triggering […]
UC Irvine Researchers Explore Vascular Dysfunction in Alzheimer’s Progression
The nonprofit organization Cure Alzheimer’s Fund (CureAlz), which supports research “with the highest probability of preventing, slowing or reversing Alzheimer’s disease,” recently awarded funding to a new multidisciplinary project led by two UC Irvine researchers.
Professor Katrine Whiteson Joins Landmark Gut Health Study with Nestlé Health Science
Nestlé Health Science, a global leader in the science of nutrition, announced today a longitudinal study designed to discover how lifestyle factors—specifically dietary fiber—shape the human microbiome and influence health.
The Dunlop School 60th Anniversary Lecture: Origins of UCI & the Future of Life Science (Nov. 3, 2025)
Step inside the Dunlop School’s 60th anniversary lecture a n energizing look at how the Dunlop School began and where it’s heading next. From first-hand stories about UCI’s formative years […]
The annual Dean’s Report showcases the growth, teaching and research advancements made at the school during the last academic year. Each report carries an important message from the dean and every year a theme based on current challenges in the life sciences.
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