Entries by Sean Moody

Is Wine Really Healthy? Experts Summarize the Research

By Neelanjana Gautam A glass of wine is often a conversation starter — whether it’s a date or a celebration, wine ranks as a popular beverage that has stood the test of time, lending an effortless elegance to any occasion. But is wine good for your health? Opinions on whether drinking wine has health benefits […]

Karen Bales Appointed Director of the California National Primate Research Center

By Neelanjana Gautam University of California Davis, Chancellor Gary S. May has named Professor Karen Bales as director of the California National Primate Research Center (CNPRC), effective January 1, 2026. Bales, a professor in the Departments of Psychology and of Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior has served as interim director of CNPRC since January 2024. “Karen […]

Andrea C. Alfaro Appointed Director of the UC Davis Coastal and Marine Sciences Institute

The Office of Research at UC Davis is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrea C. Alfaro as the new director of the UC Davis Coastal and Marine Sciences Institute (CMSI) and professor in the Department of Animal Science, effective January 1, 2026. Alfaro succeeds Jay Stachowicz, a professor in the Department of Evolution and […]