Scientists looking for ways to develop stronger construction materials have found inspiration in an unlikely source: a bug. More precisely, a beetle. Researchers from the University of California, Irvine, and Purdue University report in a study published in the journal Nature that the diabolical ironclad beetle—its actual name—has a unique…
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Dancing and Engineering: How These Two Worlds Go Hand-in-Hand
by Cheri Gyuroby Cheri GyuroIf you ask a dance instructor if they like to teach engineers some of the latest dance moves, more than likely, the answer will be an astounding “yes!” Engineers are proficient at understanding movements and mechanics, making them great candidates to swirl around on the dance floor like Fred Astaire.…
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The latest issue of Consumer Connection, the Department of Consumer Affairs’ quarterly magazine, is available now. In this issue, we examine the rapid job growth forecast in health care fields; we look at gender stereotypes that factor into why more girls do not grow up to work in STEM or…
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It’s the big day. The UC Davis Senior Design Showcase is the future of engineering, designed by future engineers. And the Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists is on-hand to coach, encourage, and share some wisdom with the next generation of problem solvers and innovators. Take a look:…
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Celebrating Diversity and Showing the Path to Licensure in Two New Videos From DCA
Did you know that the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology (BBC) offers assistance and materials to consumers and licensees in Korean, English, Spanish, and Vietnamese? Did you know there are four easy steps on the path to obtaining professional licensure with the Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists (BPELSG)?…
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Have you ever taken a moment to stop and think about the many ways engineering is relevant to your life? Engineers Dream Big and their dreams become our reality. The field of engineering has helped to shape our world on a daily basis and it affects how we live, work…