Topological quantum processor marks breakthrough in computing

Microsoft team led by UC Santa Barbara physicists unveils first-of-its-kind topological qubit, paving the way for a more fault-tolerant quantum computer.

Read more about the leap forward

Europe’s hidden Black Africans of the Renaissance

Filmmaker Fred Kudjo Kuwornu presents “We Were Here” at UCSB’s MultiCultural Center on Thursday, Feb. 27. The screening, part of the Cup of Culture series, uncovers the untold history of Black Africans in Renaissance Europe, followed by a Q&A and reception with Kuwornu.

Read more about the film

Reaching net zero for emissions will bring major cost savings to campus

UC Santa Barbara has released its Clean Energy Master Plan, a blueprint for eliminating almost all campus-generated carbon emissions within 20 years, or less.

Read more about the plan