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Materials scientist and energy storage entrepreneur William Chueh has been appointed as the new director of the Precourt Institute for Energy at the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability. Chueh, whose research focuses on the fundamental chemistry, materials, and physics underlying better batteries, fuel cells, and other energy technologies, views Precourt as "the glue" connecting many people and organizations working on energy at Stanford and beyond.

Stanford launches center leveraging AI for autonomous space exploration

A new center at the Stanford School of Engineering will leverage artificial intelligence in the service of space science, exploration, and business. The Center for AEroSpace Autonomy Research (CAESAR) aims to make these activities more efficient, safe, and sustainable.

Stanford's High Impact Technology fund supports commercialization efforts across disciplines

Stanford University’s Office of Technology Licensing (OTL) has been working with campus researchers and inventors to put their technologies to use in society for more than half a century. In 2022, OTL launched the High Impact Technology (HIT) Fund to provide custom advisory services and financial support to bridge the gap between the academic lab and the commercial market. In addition to funding, awardees are matched with leading industry executive advisors and Stanford Graduate School of Business interns who help with business strategy and are introduced to strategic...

Advertisers pay premiums for harder-to-reach demographics

Television advertisers consider men between 18 and 34 a coveted demographic, often spending up to three times more to reach them compared to women and older adults. Conversely, on platforms such as Instagram and TikTok, older audiences can be more expensive to target.

1 gas station in cities throughout San Benito County had the cheapest diesel in week ending June 15

By South SFV Today | Jun 18, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout San Benito County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 15, according to GasBuddy.com.

Monica Hicks overcomes past struggles graduates from Stanford

By South SFV Today | Jun 18, 2024

On Sept. 26, 2015, police officers in Contra Costa County, California, pursued a speeding vehicle driving the wrong way on a highway. When the vehicle crashed, the officers arrested the driver.

Stanford's Class of 2024 celebrates with traditional Wacky Walk

The Stanford University Class of 2024 participated in their traditional Wacky Walk, an annual event marking the beginning of the university's commencement ceremony. This event is known for its light-hearted and celebratory nature, where graduates express their creativity through various costumes and displays.

Stanford’s Class of 2024 celebrates Baccalaureate with messages of resilience and joy

The Baccalaureate ceremony for Stanford's Class of 2024 took place Saturday at Frost Amphitheater, marking a student-led commemoration organized by the Office for Religious and Spiritual Life. The event featured Varun Soni, dean of religious and spiritual life at the University of Southern California, as the keynote speaker.

Cheapest premium gas in cities across San Benito County in week ending June 15

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout San Benito County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 15, according to GasBuddy.com.

Melinda French Gates addresses challenges faced by Stanford's Class of 2024

Philanthropist and businesswoman Melinda French Gates addressed Stanford University's Class of 2024 at the institution's 133rd Commencement ceremony on Sunday morning. In her speech, she reflected on navigating difficult transitions throughout her life, including career changes, having children, and losing a close friend.

Stanford congratulates the class of 2024

Stanford University extends its congratulations to the graduates of 2024. The institution aims to provide announcements, events, leadership messages, and resources relevant to the graduating class. These selections are stored in a browser cookie, which can be removed at any time using the "Clear all personalization" option.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within San Benito County in week ending June 15?

By South SFV Today | Jun 16, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout San Benito County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 15, according to GasBuddy.com.

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South SFV Today area weekly mass times

By South SFV Today | Jun 15, 2024

The following parishes in the South SFV Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within San Benito County in week ending June 8?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout San Benito County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

Santa Clara County counts 1 bank failure since 2012 amid national trend

There were more than 120 bank failures across the country from 2012 to 2024, one of which occurred in Santa Clara County.

Stanford explores 'liquid battery' technology amid renewable transition

As California transitions rapidly to renewable fuels, it needs new technologies that can store power for the electric grid. Solar power drops at night and declines in winter. Wind power ebbs and flows. As a result, the state depends heavily on natural gas to smooth out highs and lows of renewable power.

Faculty Senate extends university speech committee's mandate amid broader campus discussions

During its final meeting of the academic year, the Faculty Senate extended the work of an ad hoc committee addressing speech issues on campus and reviewed another committee’s work on undergraduate admissions.

How to become a citizen scientist: Tips from Stanford's Our Voice initiative