Spotting cows from space
April 15, 2021
Researchers use satellite imagery to track how cows and elk interact at the interface of wildland and rangeland.
Could wildfires ruin our wine?
April 15, 2021
Researchers are racing to find ways to help California's iconic wine industry adapt to a changing climate, including drought and wildfire.
Could California put solar panels on top of canals?
April 8, 2021
Scientists at UC Merced and UC Santa Cruz are exploring a potential project to combine renewable energy with water conservation.
Up close with Iceland’s new (and erupting) volcano
April 8, 2021
A geology professor witnesses the birth of Iceland’s newest volcano, which is still erupting.
When ‘eradicated’ species bounce back with a vengeance
March 25, 2021
Lessons from a failed experiment in removing invasive species mark a new way forward.
We’re surprisingly similar to Earth’s first animals, research says
March 18, 2021
Today’s humans share many genes with oceanic creatures missing heads.
Humanity’s best friend, even in a pandemic
February 11, 2021
Dogs’ highly evolved noses can rapidly detect the SARS-CoV-2 virus, research finds.
UC announces its 2021 Startup Innovation Challenge winners
January 28, 2021
Two UC-affiliated companies that focus on climate change solutions have won the 2021 UC Startup Innovation Challenge, while five others take home awards for social impact.
In an extraordinary year, an unwavering commitment to sustainability
January 22, 2021
Despite massive disruptions caused by the global pandemic, UC made significant progress in its efforts to combat climate change and build resilience across its campuses.
Scientists developing new solutions for honeybee colony collapse
January 19, 2021
Bee researchers at four UC campuses will try to reverse the worldwide decline of this key pollinator, thanks to a new grant from the UC Office of the President.