Charlie Munger dies at 99, leaves behind a lasting legacy on Central Coast
The late Charlie Munger never got to build the controversial mega-dorm he envisioned for UC Santa Barbara. But before he died in late November at age 99, he did leave quite a legacy. He teamed up with the late Michael Towbes to build a state-of-the-art residence for scholars at the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics Read More →
St. John’s Hospital Camarillo uses cutting-edge tech for heart procedures
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BBB warns of increased holiday gift card scams
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Guest commentary: Resources are available for survivors this holiday season
By Dr. Caroline Prijatel-Sutton Coalition for Family Harmony, a Ventura County-based non-profit organization, has numerous programs and activities this Holiday Season that benefit victims of Domestic and Sexual Violence. The holiday season can be difficult for victims of violence as leaving an abusive relationship and finding safety can be challenging. The Coalition offers many options Read More →
Dubroff: UCSB scientist hunts for next battery breakthrough
If the long reign of the lithium battery is going to come to an end, it may be research by a UC Santa Barbara scientist that helps to deliver a cheaper and less geopolitically risky solution. Raphaele Clement, an assistant professor in materials science at UCSB, has been testing innovative approaches to new battery chemistry Read More →