Read How UC Davis Research Improves Lives
Critical research hangs in the balance as UC faces unprecedented federal threats
University of California breakthroughs — from the internet to cancer drugs to the chip in your smartphone to the food on your plate — have saved countless lives worldwide, sparked whole new industries, and kept America safer and stronger on the world stage. But now, UC scientists’ ability to move forward faces multiple obstacles.
Science Basics and Breakthroughs
By the Numbers
Progress follows steady investment. When funding grows, solutions arrive faster and cost less. When funding freezes, we all wait longer and pay more.
Extramural Awards by Source
Funding Sources
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Basic Research, Extraordinary Results
Cultivating the Future of Agriculture in California and Across the World
The fall harvest is underway, and our dedication to education and innovation is at full speed. Wine grapes are one of the crops being harvested, making this a key season for students...
Current Perspectives
"These breakthroughs are just a small sample of the work happening across UC Davis labs and fields, but they all trace back to basic research. Supporting this foundational work at universities like ours ensures that we keep saving lives, feeding the world and strengthening our communities."
— Chancellor Gary S. May
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