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Under the Microscope

Under the Microscope invites the public into the lab to meet the scientists, researchers, and experts driving discovery at every level of life on Earth. From breakthroughs in cancer biology to insights into how parental involvement shapes offspring behavior, each event features engaging conversations with leading College of Biological Sciences experts whose work is deepening our understanding of life and advancing possibilities for the future.

Event Videos

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Insights into Chronic Illness

February 11, 2026: UC Davis researchers are working on chronic health conditions using genetic discovery and health science innovation to explore cardiovascular disease, diabetes and sleep health.
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The Future of Food

October 25, 2025: UC Davis researchers are enabling sustainable agriculture using cutting-edge plant biology and genomic discovery to help provide affordable, climate-ready staple crops. 
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The Next Generation of Cancer Research

April 29, 2025: UC Davis researchers are working on pancreatic, lung and breast cancer using cutting-edge biology and therapeutic innovation to help advance earlier detection and more effective treatments.