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
UCI MIND Researcher Awarded Larry L. Hillblom Foundation Grant to Study Immune System’s Role in Alzheimer’s Disease
The University of California, Irvine Institute for Memory Impairments and Neurological Disorders (UCI MIND) is proud to announce that postdoctoral fellow Jean Paul Chadarevian, PhD, has been awarded a prestigious […]
UC Irvine Postdoctoral Fellow Receives BrightFocus Grant to Explore New Avenues in Alzheimer’s Research
Ghazaleh Eskandari-Sedighi, PhD, a postdoctoral research fellow at the University of California, Irvine, has been awarded a prestigious research grant from the BrightFocus Foundation’s Alzheimer’s Disease Research program. The two-year, […]
UC Irvine Study Identifies Overlooked Immune Cell Pathway Into the Brain
Irvine, Calif., June 3, 2025 — Scientists at the University of California, Irvine have uncovered a vital link in the brain’s communication with the immune system — one that has […]
UC Irvine Researchers Explore Promising New Pathway for Treating Inflammatory Diseases
Irvine, Calif., May 15, 2025 — Inflammatory diseases such as arthritis, Alzheimer’s and even certain rare genetic disorders affect millions worldwide and often have few effective treatment options. A new […]
Five Dunlop School Students Receive the 2025 Chancellor’s Award of Distinction
The UC Irvine Charlie Dunlop School of Biological Sciences is proud to recognize and celebrate five outstanding students from the Class of 2025 who have been honored with the Chancellor’s […]
Undergraduate Researchers Take Center Stage at UCI’s Excellence in Research Symposia
Each spring, UC Irvine’s campus comes alive with ideas, energy and discovery as undergraduate researchers take the spotlight. During April and May, the UC Irvine Charlie Dunlop School of Biological […]
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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