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UCSC Biotech Ideathon Seeking Community Participation
Interested in biotechnology? The Biotech Ideathon competition is a platform for UCSC students to showcase their creativity and passion for sustainability and they want YOUR help!
Climatize Soars: A $3,000,000 Milestone for Earth and Innovation
Santa Cruz Accelerates program graduate Climatize, the platform dedicated to fostering investments in renewable energy projects, has just achieved an astounding milestone.
Spotlighting Innovation: UCSC's Top Research Projects in 2024
From genomics to climate resilience and energy sustainability, here are the top UCSC research projects making waves in 2024.
ECO-AI Slashes Server Room AC Energy Use By 65%
FLUIX Inc., a climate startup, has proudly announced its latest feat in artificial intelligence: AIMI, an Autonomous AI, has significantly reduced HVAC energy consumption by 65% in a server room environment.
7 Hiring and Team Management Mistakes You're Likely Making
When running a small business, effective team management is not just a nicety; it's an absolute necessity. However, many small business owners find themselves making inadvertent mistakes that can lead to poor team morale, high turnover rates, and ultimately, a less productive business.
Celebrating New Horizons: Santa Cruz Ventures Invests in Two Groundbreaking Startups
Santa Cruz Ventures proudly announces investing in Real Seq BioSciences and Calorify, pushing forward its mission through groundbreaking technology and science. Real Seq BioSciences leads in RNA diagnostics, while Calorify innovates in metabolic measurement, marking significant advancements in healthcare and precision medicine.
4 Obstacles That Hinder Your Business' Progress
Leadership teams and owners of small to midsize businesses frequently encounter four major obstacles that hinder their progress.
Teen Job Training
Teens! Ready to join the workforce, but not sure where to start? Register now for the Downtown Association of Santa Cruz Teen Job Trainin
Right Livelihood International Conference
The Right Livelihood Center at the University of California Santa Cruz is pleased to announce the upcoming five-day Right Livelihood International Conference from April 23-27, 2024. This conference will host Right Livelihood Laureates, students, and activists from across the world to participate in a series of events to exchange knowledge and strategize solutions.
Unlock the 'SUPER' in Tech!
Join our "SUPER" New Tech Meetup, sponsored by Horizon3.ai, featuring groundbreaking innovations from Supernormal, Frans Lanting, Ethical Resolve, and more. Experience visionary tech, ethical insights, and art at the iconic Kuumbwa Jazz Center. Secure your spot for an unforgettable evening!
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UCSC Ranked #12 Among Public Colleges For High-Paying Tech Salaries in Wall Street Journal
New rankings from the Wall Street Journal and the Burning Glass Institute place UC Santa Cruz as the number 12 school for high-paying tech salaries.
Jacob Martinez, Impact Warrior Award Recipient
The Warriors Community Foundation, honored the Impact Warrior Award to Jacob Martinez, CEO and Founder of Digital NEST.
Santa Cruz Works Launches Surf-Themed Coworking Space
Santa Cruz Works is diving into the co-working space! Check out the unbelievably beautiful rooms and learn more about the space.
Shape of Hope: A Sustainable Journey Through Surfing and Snowboarding
Take a break, sit back, and watch “Shape of Hope”- a short, 18 min. documentary by The Outside Collective that explores a more sustainable alternative for crafting surfboards and snowboards.
Boeing and IKEA Take to the Skies Together
The Boeing Company & IKEA announced a strategic partnership aimed to ease the growing concerns about manufacturing & assembly defects in their 737MAX Program.
Digital NEST's Treetop Revolution
Digital NEST introduces eco-friendly office pods in sequoias, inspired by a dream of founder Jacob Martinez. These sustainable workspaces blend business with nature, offering views of redwoods and Monterey Bay while minimizing carbon footprints.
SwellCycle Develops Surfboard with AI Integration
Revolutionizing surfing: SwellCycle's AI-powered 3D printed board positions you for the perfect wave, outsmarting others with skill and strategy.
Joby Aviation to Offer Time Travel Tours
Joby Aviation announces a breakthrough in temporal mechanics, offering the first-ever time travel tours on their electric air taxis. Customers can now book flights to witness historical events or even visit their younger selves, with a strict no interference policy to prevent temporal paradoxes.
SpaceX Partners with Jane Technologies
SpaceX and Jane Technologies announced an ambitious joint venture to launch the first cannabis dispensary in space, catering to future Mars colonies. The mission, is dubbed "High Frontier.”