Insect-parasitic nematodes emerging from insect hosts in a laboratory dish as part of UCR research on biological crop protection.

UCR Research Explores Nematode-Derived Proteins as a New Frontier in Sustainable Crop Protection

UCR Research Explores Nematode-Derived Proteins as a New Frontier in Sustainable Crop Protection As global agriculture faces mounting challenges from destructive insect pests, evolving pesticide resistance, and the need for more sustainable farming practices, researchers at the University of California, Riverside (UCR) are turning to one of nature's oldest predator-prey relationships for inspiration. In the...
Conceptual illustration of a piezoelectric scaffold designed to promote nerve regeneration. Researchers in Dr. Jin Nam's lab implant a piezoelectric nerve guidance scaffold during a preclinical sciatic nerve surgery, demonstrating the technology's potential to support nerve repair and regeneration.

From Energy Harvesting to Nerve Healing: Newly Patented UCR Technology Shows Promise for Regenerative Medicine

A newly issued U.S. patent awarded to UC Riverside researcher Dr. Jin Nam covers a regenerative medicine technology that represents an advancement in approaches to promoting nerve repair and healing.