Preliminary study suggests mercury not a risk in dog foods
April 23, 2019
Researchers tested 24 commercial diets for mercury and methylmercury.
Usurp the burp: How seaweed can help curb cow burps (and their emissions)
April 18, 2019
UC agricultural and marine scientists fight one of the state's biggest sources of methane: cow burps.
Heat waves in California can be predicted by thunderstorms in the tropics
April 17, 2019
Advance notice of heat waves could help protect the agricultural riches of the Central Valley.
What’s in your drinking water?
March 21, 2019
Carl Cranor doesn't just want you to know — he wants to empower you to do something about it.
Dogs on some popular, grain-free diets could be at risk of heart disease
January 31, 2019
Trendy dog food formulations lacking in some nutritional elements can bring about unintended harm to your pets.
Sugar’s sick secrets: How industry forces have manipulated science to downplay the harm
January 10, 2019
The sugar industry has driven decades of biased research that shirk sugar's responsibility for chronic disease.
‘World’s greatest wine library’ continues to grow
January 9, 2019
A glimpse of UC Davis' bottomless collection.
How to make the best pie ever using science
November 21, 2018
What's going on in Grandma's recipe at a molecular level.
Adequate consumption of ‘longevity’ vitamins could prolong healthy aging
November 1, 2018
Most American diets are deficient in a key class of vitamins and minerals that promote longevity.
10 things you probably didn't know about pumpkins
October 25, 2018
How much do you know about this beloved fall symbol? Test your knowledge here.