Lighting up a Battery-Powered Building
The first floor of Winston Chung Hall at the Bourns College of Engineering is now being powered by a 1.1-megawatt hour bank of rare earth lithium-ion batteries, which is one of the largest storage battery installations at a university in the world. “We are well on our way toward fulfilling our vision of an emission-free smart energy grid,” said Dean Reza Abbaschian.
Primavera in the Gardens here on May 20
There is no better present for aficionados of gardens, food or wine than UCR's annual Primavera in the Gardens, set for Sunday, May 20 at the Botanic Gardens. Nearly 500 people attended the 2011 event and a full house is expected once again in 2012. Guests will sample food, wine and beers from local suppliers while exploring the beautiful grounds. Funds raised support educational programs for school children.
Other News at UCR Today
Dance with Sarina Jain
Fitness instructor Sarina Jain, known as “the Indian Jane Fonda,” will teach a free class at the Student Recreation Center May 24.
Using Cell Phones to Detect Harmful Substances
Engineering research focuses on using mobile devices, such as cell phones, to detect harmful airborne substances in real-time.
Science Fiction and Technology Symposium
The May 17 event features science fiction and technoculture scholars from the U.S. and Poland.
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UCR Jazz and Wind Ensembles
Thursday, May 24
University Theater, 8 p.m.