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.

Genetic study of 100,000 people will be the largest ever on a single disorder.

Fingerprints, voice and facial recognition aren't foolproof. For biometrics to truly dislodge passwords, a different approach is necessary to make them more secure.

A researcher's own experience with learning disabilities led to devoting his research and writing to identifying inequalities in education and community-organizing for school reform.