Issue: Spring 2023
From the chancellor
Chancellor Cynthia Larive: Impactful innovation synonymous with UC Santa Cruz
May 2023
Splice of life: Merging RNA biology and medicine
UC Santa Cruz researchers are using their deep expertise in the structure and function of RNA molecules to tackle diseases from hemophilia to cancer.
By Sarah C. P. Williams (SciCom ’07), May 2023
Let’s ChatGPT
Artificial intelligence chatbots are all over the news these days, but what exactly are they, and what do they mean for the future of education—and humanity? UCSC experts weigh in.
By Liza Monroy, May 2023
Joseph K. Lyou: Environmental justice for all
President and CEO of Coalition for Clean Air Joe Lyou (M.S. ’86; Ph.D. ’90, psychology) began his decades-long fight for environmental protection and civil rights during his student years at UCSC.
By Kristen Garabedian, May 2023
Bonnie Garmus: Chemical reaction
Bonnie Garmus (Rachel Carson ’79, aesthetic studies/creative writing), author of the smash-hit novel Lessons in Chemistry, drew on many lessons learned at UC Santa Cruz on her way to finding the formula for success.
By Dan White, May 2023
Supporting others and giving back
Colleen Langan (Porter ’06, anthropology) overcame much personal hardship to attend UCSC. Now as the vice president of treasury at JPMorgan Chase & Co., Langan gives back to the Smith Society, which supported her during her student years.
By Haneen Zain (Rachel Carson ’21, politics), May 2023
Travel with us!
Adventure and exploration await you! Join us on one of our Inspired Expeditions in 2023 and 2024.
May 2023