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Discovery is a UC Berkeley priority that scales independent, student-led original research and immersive experiences in the age of AI.

Discovery Platform

Campus's curated, centralized search tool for undergraduates to find research projects, internships, scholarships, and more.

Discovery Hubs

Interdisciplinary research, industry and entrepreneurship clusters that scale access to mentored experiential learning and leadership opportunities for students.

Discovery Supported Courses

High-impact courses that integrate original research, creative work and entrepreneurial endeavors into the classroom, developed in partnership with faculty across campus.

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News

Unveiling the Hidden Curriculum: How Inclusive Mentorship Reshapes the Experience of First-Generation Scholars

September 21, 2026

In high school, Lakshita Kutnikar built a foundation of wet lab research. But once she arrived at Berkeley, she craved work with more immediate impact. As a first-generation college student, she also hoped to join a project that addressed the unique needs of this group....Read more about Unveiling the Hidden Curriculum: How Inclusive Mentorship Reshapes the Experience of First-Generation Scholars

Announcing New Discovery Executive Director Dr. Aileen Liu

August 31, 2026

After a successful national search, Undergraduate Education is pleased to announce that Dr. Aileen Liu has been appointed to serve as the executive director of Berkeley Discovery, effective July 29, 2026.

For the past five years, Aileen has served as the...Read more about Announcing New Discovery Executive Director Dr. Aileen Liu