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Meet AHSC Intern: Julian Cabadas at Mission Hill Coffee & Creamery
Julian Cabadas is using his passion for marketing and design to craft creative, community-driven content that highlights the spirit and flavor of Santa Cruz’s beloved coffee and creamery.
Aviv Elor Honored with UC Santa Cruz Outstanding Recent Alumni Award
UC Santa Cruz alumnus Aviv Elor, co-founder of Immergo Labs, has been honored with the 2025 UC Santa Cruz Outstanding Recent Alumni Award.
Joby Reports Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results
From its Santa Cruz base, Joby Aviation is transforming aviation history. With FAA certification underway, expanded manufacturing, and strong financial footing, the company’s third-quarter results mark a decisive leap toward launching the first fully electric, zero-emission air taxi service in the world.
How to Bring Your Team With You During Change
Going through a change in your business? Stop dragging your team through a messy pivot and learn how to smoothly navigate the chaos.
Wonderfil is Hiring!
Want to make the world a better place while working on cutting-edge refill technology? Wonderfil, a Santa Cruz–based startup, is hiring.
Daylight Saving Time (DST) creates a significant disruption in sleep schedules
Fullpower-AI’s multi-year sleep study reveals Daylight Saving Time severely disrupts circadian rhythms—causing measurable declines in sleep quality, heart-rate stability, and recovery. The data echo global findings: time shifts fracture our biological clock far more than they illuminate evenings.
Joby Begins Power-On Testing of First Conforming Aircraft, Enters Final Stage of Type Certification Process
Joby’s latest milestone marks key moment in Joby’s path to commercialization and testing lays groundwork for FAA pilots to fly Joby aircraft.
Applications Open for Venture Program for Planetary Health
Have an idea for a business that will help improve the ocean or climate? Check out this program hosted by the Sustainable Ocean Alliance.
Nominate a Titan: Recognize Santa Cruz County's Most Inspiring Innovators!
Is there someone in the community who you believe has made a tremendous impact on the entrepreneurial, business, and innovation community in Santa Cruz County? Nominate them to be a Titan!
Help Shape the Future of Our Coastline at a Neighborhood Open House
Learn about Resilient Coast Santa Cruz 2.0, a new project creating neighborhood-scale coastal adaptation plans for the next 20 years for West Cliff, Main Beach, Cowell Beach, East Cliff and Seabright Beach.
Nvidia’s New Era: Why the Monterey Bay Is Suddenly on the Global AI Map
Nvidia partnerships now symbolize Monterey Bay’s transformation into an “AI Coastline.” Anchored by Santa Cruz, Monterey, Watsonville, and Marina, this region merges aerospace, ocean science, and advanced computing—turning natural beauty into a hub of real-world AI innovation and collaboration.
Amazon’s Smart Delivery Glasses Bring AI and Computer Vision to the Last Mile
Amazon’s new AI-powered smart glasses will give delivery drivers hands-free navigation and real-time delivery guidance.
Meet the AHSC Interns: Elsa Tamayo at Siena House
Elsa Tamayo, an AHSC-funded Marketing and Communications Intern at Siena House, supports the nonprofit’s mission to help mothers experiencing homelessness. She creates digital content, strengthens outreach, and develops campaigns to engage younger donors. Her work shows how strategic communication amplifies community impact and supports families in need.
The Return of an Old Battle: Santa Cruz vs. Offshore Drilling
Santa Cruz leaders united at the Wharf to oppose renewed Trump administration plans for offshore drilling and seabed mining, citing leaked documents and vowing to protect the Monterey Bay sanctuary through public action and stronger legal safeguards.
Innovation Ignites: Highlights from the 2025 UCSC Ideathon
UCSC’s 2025 Ideathon spanned three days as 23 teams advanced from idea to pitch to funding, winning $10k+ across AI, BioTech, Service, and Hardware. Women-led teams dominated; partners and judges propelled momentum toward upcoming competitions
UCSC Genomics Mixer Photos
The Genomics Rooftop Mixer brought together leaders in genomics, biotech, and entrepreneurship. Hosted by Santa Cruz Works and UC Santa Cruz Genomics Institute, it showcased breakthrough ideas through lightning talks and demos—capturing the final spark of summer in inspiring photos.
Meet the AHSC Interns: Jared Esquivel at Innovation Within
Former Innovation Within AHSC Intern, Jared Esquivel, elevated his web development and user-experience skills, benefiting both himself and Innovation Within.
Joby Taps NVIDIA to Accelerate Next-Era Autonomous Flight
Joby announced a collaboration with NVIDIA, marked by NVIDIA's selection of Joby as the only aviation launch partner for the new NVIDIA IGX Thor platform
UCSC Innovations Named TIME’s Best Inventions of 2025
UC Santa Cruz has earned a prestigious spotlight on TIME’s Best Inventions of 2025 list, recognizing two groundbreaking projects with significant contributions from the university's researchers, students, and alumni.
Trump Administration Plans Offshore Drilling Off California Coast
Join Save Our Shores’ urgent press event Wednesday, Oct. 29 at 10 AM on the Santa Cruz Wharf. Unite with local leaders to oppose offshore oil and seabed mining. Free parking 9–11:30 AM. Act now.

