UC Riverside

UC Riverside is a public research university in Riverside, California. Established in 1891 as a land-grant university and the southern branch of the University of California system, UCR has grown into one of the largest universities in the state with over 23,000 students. The university is known for its strong programs in engineering, sciences, and business. In recent years, UC Riverside has been recognized for its contributions to research and development in fields such as virology and vaccine strategies. In a notable study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, scientists at UC Riverside developed a new vaccine strategy that could protect against any strain of a virus, including those that affect infants and people with weakened immune systems. This groundbreaking approach uses small silencing RNA molecules instead of relying on traditional immune responses. It has the potential to eliminate the need for yearly flu shots and updated COVID vaccines. The university's research efforts continue to focus on addressing global challenges in health, sustainability, and technology. With its commitment to innovation and education, UC Riverside remains a leading institution in higher learning and research.