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研究 Centers and Facilities

In 2023, 十大网赌网址平台首页 joined the Association of American Universities (AAU) – an organization comprised of the nation’s leading research universities. This honor comes after decades of continuous commitment to excellence in research and education.

Our renowned centers and facilities are designed to accelerate bold ideas and empower a transformative future. 在加州大学, our students receive hands-on experience to confidently explore solutions and test the limits of innovation. Ranked among the top 1.3% of universities worldwide, according to the Center for World University Rankings, we can continue to be at the forefront of groundbreaking research that will make an impact on the community and beyond.

 

Explore Our World-Class Centers and Facilities


大脑游戏中心

大脑游戏中心 for Mental Fitness & 幸福

Using evidence-based research and scientifically optimized tests, the 大脑游戏中心 studies brain fitness games that assist people in their daily activities. Undergraduate and graduate students can gain hands-on experiences alongside a team of psychologists, 神经系统科学家, 计算机科学家, 医学专家, 程序员, 艺术家, 和更多的.

教师 and 工作人员 at the 大脑游戏中心 have worked on several projects, including:

  • vision training to address vision loss, dyslexia, schizophrenia, and autism
  • 培训30,000 people on working memory to understand individual differences in interventional needs
  • new cognitive assessments to understand individual differences in early childhood STEM achievement

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催化中心

催化中心

The Center for Catalysis is comprised of four facilities that focus on addressing the complex challenges surrounding catalysis and nanotechnology. 教师 and 工作人员 are committed to studying new developments and revolutionizing chemical manufacturing.

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大脑扫描

Center for Advanced Neuroimaging (CAN)

As a multidisciplinary center, the Center for Advanced Neuroimaging houses state-of-the-art equipment for various research projects. 教师, 工作人员, and trainees have expertise in several areas, including psychology, 精神病学, 神经学, 核磁共振的物理, 生物学, 化学, 计算机科学, 和工程.

小平胡, CAN主任, 徐晨, a research scientist, have been published in several scientific journals on topics such as the effects of intranasal oxytocin on neural activity and testing an MRI-compatible flexible endoscopic robot for neurosurgery.

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Central Facility for Advanced Microscopy and Microanalysis (CFAMM)

Central Facility for Advanced Microscopy and Microanalysis (CFAMM)

Established in 1996 with the support of the National Science Foundation, the Central Facility for Advanced Microscopy and Microanalysis assists faculty, 工作人员, and students with research related to organic and inorganic materials, 生物组织, and minerals applying electron beam techniques.

Krassimir Bozhilov, CFAMM主任, has been published for his findings on the elemental/metal analysis of atomizers in electronic cigarettes and examining the conditions under which moissanite crystallizes.

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Center for Geospatial Sciences (CGS)

Center for Geospatial Sciences (CGS)

The School of Public Policy houses the Center for Geospatial Sciences, a space for research and education that incorporates transdisciplinary approaches to improve geospatial planning and public policy.

Some notable accomplishments from our faculty are research publications covering topics such as spatial analysis, air transportation systems, and spatial data management.

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High-Performance Computing Center (HPCC)

High-Performance Computing Center (HPCC)

Using a state-of-the-art research computing infrastructure, the High-Performance Computing Center supports over 150 research groups 和更多的 than 800 active users for computational, 统计, 生命科学, 和工程 disciplines.

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Alianza MX

Alianza MX

Alianza MX is an academic research institute dedicated to encouraging, 保护, and contributing to binational and Latino research as well as collaborative academic programs and exchanges.

The 工作人员 at Alianza MX have worked on:

  • developing and executing new binational initiatives in innovation and entrepreneurship
  • engaging with binational stakeholders participating in the Zero Emission Vehicles Strategic Initiative sub-working groups: Light Duty Vehicles (LDV), Medium and Heavy-Duty Vehicles (MHDV), and Electromobility in Cities

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