A. Unity in Motion by Shane Grammer

"Unity In Motion" is a visual celebration of the strength, beauty, and energy that emerge when people come together as a community. This mural captures the movement and vibrancy of a neighborhood united by shared experiences, cultures, and aspirations. The dynamic brushstrokes and bold colors symbolize the diverse backgrounds of the individuals who contribute to the fabric of the community, illustrating how, despite differences, we are all connected through our collective stories.

At its core, this piece reflects the power of human connection—the way we lift each other up, support one another, and create something greater than ourselves. The flowing composition represents progress and the continuous evolution of a thriving, engaged community. Through my art, I aim to inspire a sense of belonging and remind viewers that every individual plays a vital role in shaping the spirit of a place.

"Unity In Motion" is not just a mural; it is a tribute to the people who make a community strong—a testament to their resilience, collaboration, and the bonds that bring them together in motion toward a shared future.

Location: 300 Aggie Square, Collaborative Commons, Room 1324

B.“Kaleidoscope of Discovery” by ORLUArts

“Kaleidoscope of Discovery” draws inspiration from hidden patterns echoed throughout nature, from tiny organisms to vast landscapes. Neuron pathways, plant cells, buttery wings, architecture, and landforms abstract and overlap to create a vibrant kaleidoscope of color. Hidden textures and motifs invite exploration, and celebrate the symbiotic relationship between art and science.

Location: 200 Aggie Square, first floor, reception desk.

C. “Blossoms of Innovation” by Shane Grammer

In Sacramento, the camelia symbolizes depth, self-reflection, and inner strength, embodying love, loyalty, and humility—qualities that echo gratitude toward family and friends. Like the camellia, art tells a story. Geometric patterns convey cultural values and harmony. The theme, "Convergence," celebrates where nature meets innovation, highlighting discovery, collaboration, and technology. "Blossoms of Innovation" honors Sacramento’s natural beauty and advancements in life sciences, paying homage to the city’s proud heritage and its bright, forward-looking spirit.

Location: 300 Aggie Square, first floor, reception desk

D. "Future Bloom" by Micah Crandall-Bear

Future Bloom embodies the region’s deep connection to nature while highlighting its economic strengths in agriculture and bioscience. Through abstract forms and layered hues, the work conveys a sense of movement—symbolizing growth, progress, and the natural convergence of multiple elements. Capturing the spirit of vast landscapes and timescapes, the artwork serves as both a tribute to the area's rich history and an invitation to a bold, forward-looking future.

Location: 300 Aggie Square, UC Davis Teaching Center, Room 1201

E. "Cellular Symphony" by 2hermano

"Cellular Symphony" visually translates the intricate dance of life from the grand scale of nature to the microscopic realm. Inspired by the vibrant ecosystems of the towering ancient forests of the Avenue of the Giants, the mural layers macro and micro organic imagery. Swirling forms evoke both the energetic flow of natural systems and the dynamic activity within brain synapses. The design intends to bridge the visible world with the unseen, inviting viewers to contemplate the interconnectedness of all living things, from the vastness of a landscape to the delicate beauty of a single cell.

Location: 300 Aggie Square, second floor Social Lab at entrance to Wexford, Connect Labs, office side

F. "Arboreal Algorithm" by 2hermano

"Arboreal Algorithm" offers a dual perspective, merging the microscopic world with an aerial view reminiscent of the tree canopies on T St. near UC Davis Medical Center.  The design draws inspiration from the same organic sources as its companion piece, weaving macro and micro imagery into a tapestry that suggests both a living system and a complex pattern. From above, the forms resemble a forest's intricate network; up close, they evoke the cellular structures and energetic flows that underpin all life. The mural invites contemplation on the interconnectedness of scales, from the grand sweep of a forest to the hidden algorithms of life within.”

Location: 200 Aggie Square, second floor, entrance to Wexford Connect Labs, wet lab side

G. From Macro to Micro

In celebration of Sacramento's rich wetlands and fertile soil, the beauty of science and nature is expressed through this artful photography that explores rice from a macro to a micro point of view. From the sprawling rice fields of the Sacramento Valley down to microscopic views of the crop, the imagery that spans this corridor tells a story about the region's agriculture economy, locals' connection to and dependence on the land, and how science can reveal a world beyond what meets the eye.

Location: 200 Aggie Square, first floor corridor

H. Data Delta by SPMD

This sculpture honors the convergence of the Sacramento river and its surrounding landscape - a constant flow of change. The hanging panels above the reflective river represent the area's topography and the gradient color maps the local land use. UC Davis research is represented in the soft patterning with the use of scientific and agricultural symbols. The suspended droplets represent the extensive water network. Larger spheres pinpoint the 8 main sources and the smaller spheres identify tributaries.

Location: 300 Aggie Square, lobby, cutout between first and second floor of UC Davis Teaching Center

Bremia Fungus Bremia (downy mildew) is a pathogen that attacks lettuce, studied by Richard Michelmore at the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and UC Davis Genome Center. Seen here is a stalk of Bremia fungus emerging from a plant leaf.

Location: 300 Aggie Square, elevator cab A

Soil Bacteria Venkatesan Sundaresan at the College of Biological Sciences studies the interaction of soil bacteria with rice, one of the world’s most important cereal crops. Seen here are soil bacteria (green) attached to roots of rice plants.

Location: 300 Aggie Square, elevator cab B

Dwarf Galaxy Yuguang Chen and Tucker Jones at the Department of Physics and Astronomy used observations of dwarf galaxy Markarian 77, seen here, to find better ways to measure the elements that makeup galaxies. This is important for future studies with the James Webb Space Telescope and other instruments.

Location: 300 Aggie Square, elevator cab C

Hydra The tiny water animal hydra, seen here, is not as fearsome as its mythical namesake, but does have an amazing ability to regenerate its body from damage. Celina Juliano at the College of Biological Sciences wants to understand how hydra can do this in hopes of discovering new insights into wound healing. 

Location: 300 Aggie Square, elevator cab D

Cyborg Cells Cheemeng Tan at the Department of Biomedical Engineering has created semi-living ‘cyborg’ cells. Seen here, these bacteria are infused with an artificial hydrogel. They cannot grow and multiply but can still carry out useful biological functions such as cleaning up and breaking down pollutants. 

Location: 300 Aggie Square, elevator cab E

Nerve Cells The Institute for Psychedelics and Neurotherapeutics, led by Professor David Olson, is pioneering future treatments for depression, anxiety and PTSD that affect millions of people. A new class of drugs based on psychedelics, such as LSD and psilocybin, have the potential to treat mental disorders by rebuilding connections between nerve cells like those seen here. 

Location: 200 Aggie Square, elevator cab A

The Hippocampus Brian Wiltgen at the Center for Neuroscience is studying how memories are created and recalled. Seen here is the hippocampus, which is a brain region involved in forming memories. 

Location: 200 Aggie Square, elevator cab B

Hydra Celina Juliano at the College of Biological Sciences uses hydra to understand how more complex animals might repair tissues or even limbs. Seen here is the gene expression in hydra, a tiny freshwater animal with the ability to regenerate its entire body from a few cells. 

Location: 200 Aggie Square, elevator cab C

The Cerebellum David Pleasure at the Center for Neuroscience researches ways to improve the prognosis for people with degenerative motor diseases. Seen here are layers of the cerebellum, part of the brain that controls basic functions such as walking, balance and speech. 

Location: 200 Aggie Square, elevator cab D

J. "Chromosomes"

Ken Kaplan, College of Biological Sciences, studies how cells maintain healthy chromosomes, preventing cancer and developmental problems. In this image, chromosomes (green) line up in the center of a cell as it divides in two.

Location: 300 Aggie Square, first floor elevator lobby

K. "Hippocampus"

Elva Diaz, Center for Neuroscience and School of Medicine, studies brain development, function and disease at a molecular level. Image shows cells from the hippocampus, part of the brain crucial to memory functions.

Location: 200 Aggie Square, first floor elevator lobby

L. "Pac Arras" by Micah Crandall-Bear

Pac Arras is a hand-painted, jigsaw-like mosaic mural that invites viewers to find meaning in its individual parts and how they come together as a whole. Through layered abstraction, it reflects the region’s cultural and natural landscape, using symbolism to evoke themes of discovery, healing, optimism, and agriculture.

Location: Aggie Square Garage exterior, southwest face.

M. "Fiat Lux"

Rising two stories on the exterior of 300 Aggie Square's east entrance is the University of California motto "Fiat Lux," spelled out using a custom designed brick. “Fiat Lux” — “Let there be light” — represents the coming of light and knowledge into the world. Read more about the design and manufacturing of these bricks by a 145 year-old, local business, H.C. Muddox.

Location: 300 Aggie Square, east face