Research on predictive modeling informs mangrove conservation
Graduate student Jacob Bukoski is lead author of a study examining carbon stock estimation in mangroves.
Investigation into fungi food choices yields crucial insights
Professor of plant and microbial biology Louise Glass' Berkeley Lab team helps explain nutrient recycling, suggesting better methods for bio-based product production.
Researchers map nuclear membrane proteome in plants
In two studies, Yangnan Gu, an assistant professor of plant and microbial biology, reveals crucial insight into plant proteins from a key organelle.
Professor Jill Banfield receives H.C. Urey Award
The European Association of Geochemistry honors Banfield for outstanding contributions advancing geochemistry over her career.
Crafting the Message
In the latest issue of Breakthroughs magazine, Master of Development Practice alumnus Rishi Khalsa highlights his work in government communications.
Faculty receive Department of Energy Early Career Research awards
The award honors several Berkeley researchers including assistant professors of environmental science, policy, and management Laura Lammers and Trevor Keenan.
Protected areas needed across climates to safeguard biodiversity
In a study published in Science Advances, researchers underscore the need for climate smart management to preserve biodiversity over the long term.
James Olzmann receives ASCB Günter Blobel Early Career Award
The American Society for Cell Biology award was given to Olzmann for his outstanding research into lipid droplet biogenesis and functions.
Emergency COVID-19 measures prevented more than 500 million infections, study finds
The groundbreaking study by the Global Policy Lab includes research from the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics and the Energy and Resources Group.
Fire management helps conserve seasonally dry forests
In a study in Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment, professor Scott Stephens explains the interactions between fire management and ecosystem health.
Statement on social justice and solidarity
A message to our community from Dean David Ackerly and Associate Dean of Equity and Inclusion Isha Ray.
Research shows potential shifts in distribution of California species
A special issue of Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment on climate refugia features research from professor and dean of the College David Ackerly.
Parks Stewardship Forum on the role of parks in education
Environmental science, policy, and management adjunct professor Patrick Gonzalez writes about greenhouse gas emissions in the Berkeley Parks Institute journal.
Drought ‘refuges’ protect young coho salmon from summer heat
Researchers in the Department of Environmental Science, Policy, and Management tracked nearly 20,000 fish over the seven-year study.
Scientists pivot to COVID-19 research, hoping for quick results to deal with pandemic
Nutritional Sciences & Toxicology professors Anders Näär and Dan Nomura receive funding to research a drug for COVID-19.
Saving livestock by thinking like a predator
PhD candidate Christine Wilkinson and other ESPM researchers study the successes and failures of predator-livestock management plans.
Professor emerita receives Scheiber Emeriti Faculty Research Grant
In honor of the 150th Anniversary of Women at Cal, plant and microbial biology professor emerita Zinmay Renee Sung was granted the inaugural award.
Breakthroughs Spring 2020 Issue
In this latest issue of the magazine, read about Gordon Rausser's landmark gift to the College, our alumni in academia, and much more.
Five Rausser College students recognized with CACS awards
The Chancellor’s Advisory Committee on Sustainability awards graduating students for environmental advocacy.
Hedgerows near crops shown to bolster pollinators
Research from professor Gordon Frankie, the principal investigator of the Urban Bee Lab, is featured in a recent UCANR blog.