Physical Science

U.S., Iranian solar energy scientists convene at UCI

• University of California, Irvine
• Dec. 7, 2010, 3:26 p.m.

Meeting provides a collegial counterpoint to stormy political environment.

Physical Science

John C. Hemminger new vice chancellor for research

• University of California, Irvine
• Nov. 1, 2010, 1:15 p.m.

Physical sciences dean since 2006, the renowned chemist is a ‘committed campus collaborator.’

Physical Science

Looking back into the future

• University of California, Irvine
• Oct. 25, 2010, 1:36 p.m.

UC Irvine physics professor and award-winning science fiction author Gregory Benford will write the introductory essays for “The Wonderful Future That Never Was,” a collection of predictions made in the pages of “Popular Mechanics” that reflects societies hopes and fears.

Physical Science

UCI cosmologist gives TV audiences a tour of Milky Way

• University of California, Irvine
• Oct. 22, 2010, 1:42 p.m.

Cosmologist and TV co-host James Bullock helps people see the really big picture — from the Milky Way to the farthest reaches of the universe. He’s one of the “bright young stars” in his field.

Physical Science

UCI’s doctoral programs on the fast track

• University of California, Irvine
• Oct. 1, 2010, 2:41 p.m.

National Research Council ranks several UC Irvine doctoral programs among the tops in the nation. Young programs are on an upward trajectory.

Physical Science

UCI’s galactic tour guide

• University of California, Irvine
• Oct. 1, 2010, 12:17 p.m.

Physical Science

Old-fashioned physicist invents futuristic tools

• University of California, Irvine
• Aug. 23, 2010, 4:29 p.m.

With his bow ties and seersucker suits, Roger McWilliams might appear to be old-fashioned, but the UCI physicist invents futuristic laser tools that have advanced everything from telecommunications to healthcare.

Physical Science

Teen goes for gold in UCI chemistry lab

• University of California, Irvine
• Aug. 16, 2010, 4:40 p.m.

Santa Ana teen excels at UCI Physics lab summer program.

Physical Science

COSMOS trains new generation of scientists

• University of California, Irvine
• Aug. 9, 2010, 4:51 p.m.

High school students take part in a highly competitive summer program that lets them live on campus and learn about university life.

Physical Science

CAMP counselor

• University of California, Irvine
• Aug. 5, 2010, 2:32 p.m.

Kika Friend helps prepare students in UCI’s California Alliance Minority Participation program for careers in math and science.