Biographical films, or “biopics,” have long been a staple of international cinema. Filmmakers are particularly fond of such stories that lend themselves to epic, often period, treatments (e.g., “Lawrence of Arabia”) though more intimate narratives do occasionally shine through. The films presented in this program examine the lives of iconic figures – with varying degrees of fidelity - from the realms of faith & spirituality, art, and sports.
Expert conversations highlighting emerging research and clinical strategies tackling a variety of diseases and topics using stem cell technique highlight the work being done at UC San Diego.
Ocean oxygen levels are changing globally as a result of both natural and human-influenced processes, and in some areas low oxygen events are becoming...