The Road Ecology Center tracks the unfortunate end for many animals and birds on California's roads. The center's California Roadkill Observation System produces an interactive map of roadkill around the state.

Social psychologist studies the emotional disconnect between who we are now, and who we will be years from now.

Scientists say the red giant swept clear the inner solar system, resulting in the formation of a planetary system unlike any other astronomers have yet found.

Video, photos, interviews and mapping tools capture the extent of damage four years after the 2011 quake and tsunami.

Collecting, pressing and identifying plant specimens may seem quaint, but the process is key to helping scientists understand our environmental future.

A new study by UCLA researchers found that meditation appeared to help preserve the brain’s gray matter, the tissue that contains neurons.

UC researchers are studying ways to control the ubiquitous Argentine ant — an invasive non-native that's worn out its welcome.

Avian ability to pinpoint 'signal' sounds inspires algorithm at the heart of a new type of auditory device.

Academic studies from the University of California were among the most talked about research in online and popular media.

UC Santa Cruz faculty, plus researchers at UC Riverside, Lawrence Livermore and Los Alamos labs, are honored by Physics World.

Scientists remain puzzled over what triggered the current devastating outbreak, since virus that appears to cause the disease is not a newcomer.

A fossilized amphibious ichthyosaur — bearing both flippers and flexible wrists, descended from terrestrial creatures — has been discovered in China.