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.

Discovery greatly expands the known distribution of the fungus that causes white-nose syndrome, which has decimated bat populations in North America.

Researchers find zebrafish embryos die at alarming rates when exposed to certain 3-D printed materials.

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

Development of a surgically implantable, artificial kidney — spearheaded by researchers at UCSF and Vanderbilt — receives a $6 million federal grant.

The findings are particularly alarming for birds with smaller populations, which can’t rebound like a large population can.

Ocean-bottom seismometers help explain the Juan de Fuca tectonic plate that causes megathrust earthquakes.

NSF establishes four regional innovation hubs — including one led by UC Berkeley, UC San Diego and the University of Washington — to accelerate advances in data science.

Two independent data sets show changing ocean conditions adversely impact fish off California.

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

A team of researchers in Antarctica is studying an ancient subduction zone to better understand the continent’s geologic evolution.

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.