[Ucrfacultyandstaff] Inside UCR: Tango co-creator honored, and more

Wed Sep 23 15:13:30 PDT 2026

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*Sept. 23 2026*
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*Tango researcher wins top regents award*

Citrus researcher Mikeal Roose, who co-developed the seedless Tango
mandarin, is one of the inaugural winners of UC Regents Innovation Awards.

Distinguished Lifetime Achievement ››
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*Watch Chancellor Hu take on hot sauces*

Chancellor S. Jack Hu joins Hot Scots, eating increasingly spicy wings and
answering hot questions on topics such as wild donkeys, public speaking,
and finding oneself on campus.

Watch here ››
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*Lecturer conducts musical diplomacy*

Musicologist and pianist Gary Barnett recently gave concerts and master
classes across China, fostering new relationships with Chinese
conservatories and musicians.

Musical ambassador ››
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Where are Riverside County's ballots and how secure are its elections?
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9/24/2026 | 5:30 p.m.

Crosstown Showdown: Women's Soccer vs. Cal Baptist
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9/26/2026 | 1 p.m.
California Native American Day
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9/25/2026 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Film/live dance performance: Joel Mejia Smith
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9/26/2026 | 7 p.m..
Events Calendar
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*Chancellor Hu's fall welcome*

Chancellor S. Jack Hu discusses how things are heating up this fall, from
taking on hot wings to topping the national rankings for social mobility.
What's new this fall ››
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*Chancellor inducted into science and engineering academy*

Chancellor S. Jack Hu has been named a fellow of the Asian American Academy
of Science and Engineering for his contributions to the field.
Exceptional accomplishments ››
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*Researchers among analytical science's top 40 under 40*

Faculty members Daniel Petras and Mingxun Wang have been named two of
the top 40 under 40 researchers in analytical chemistry by the Analytical
Scientist.
Rising Stars ››
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*Engineering professor a national invention ambassador*

Engineering professor Mihri Ozkan has been named a National Invention
Ambassador, joining a national network of accomplished inventors charged
with mentoring emerging innovators.
Mentoring network
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More Awards
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*New grad student workshop series offered*

The Pedagogy Praxis: Foundations and Front-Line Strategies is a new
workshop that helps graduate students grow as instructors.
Fall schedule ››
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