San Diego Union-Tribune |

Scripps scientists talk about climate change

Researchers are optimistic about climate change solutions.

San Francisco Chronicle |

UC scientists test a clever and inexpensive way to capture El Niño rains

Researchers from UC Davis and UC Cooperative Extension are testing a new method for capturing water by diverting it from rivers into Central Valley canals.

NPR |

Powerful 'gene drive' can quickly change an entire species

A genetic engineering technique raises hopes for eliminating diseases, such as malaria. But it is also sparking fears of unintended consequences if delicately balanced ecosystems are disrupted.

Davis Enterprise |

For UCD prof, organic, GE farming can coexist

UC Food Observer Rose Hayden-Smith talks with Pamela Ronald about farming methods that enhance sustainable agriculture.

BBC |

How cockroaches could save lives

UC Berkeley's roach-inspired robot is but one of a number of ways the much-maligned insect is influencing research.

Washington Post |

When an earthquake is coming, how can you get even a little warning?

UC and other researchers say they are getting closer to giving people a crucial minute or two of warning before a significant temblor.

San Francisco Chronicle |

Sharing a husband may improve health, wealth of family

A UC Davis study finds polygyny — one husband, more than one wife — might benefit some families, especially those living in countries where food insecurity is an issue.

San Francisco |

Student debt load in California fourth-lowest in nation

Despite rising tuition, graduates of California colleges continue to enjoy some of the lowest student debt loads in the nation.

Washington Post |

Why age discrimination is worse for women

A new study, featuring research out of UC Irvine, finds that older female workers face a hiring disadvantage in certain fields, which has serious consequences for their retirement security.

Santa Cruz Sentinel |

Cool Campus Challenge encourages carbon neutrality across UC schools

All 10 UC schools are participating in the Cool Campus Challenge, a systemwide initiative to encourage students, faculty and staff to take simple steps to reduce their carbon footprints. It’s part of the larger goal to make the entire UC system carbon neutral by 2025.

UC Office of the President |

Obama Administration lauds UC's commitment to Latino student achievement

White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics salutes transfer program, CalTeach among '150 Commitments to Action.'

Fox & Hounds |

California higher ed still No. 1, but can we stay on top?

Good news: California still boasts nation’s finest public higher education system. Bad news: We cannot afford underfunding of public higher education without jeopardizing quality, access.