Researchers are racing to find ways to help California's iconic wine industry adapt to a changing climate, including drought and wildfire.
Could wildfires ruin our wine?
Could California put solar panels on top of canals?
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
A geology professor witnesses the birth of Iceland’s newest volcano, which is still erupting.
When ‘eradicated’ species bounce back with a vengeance
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
Today’s humans share many genes with oceanic creatures missing heads.
Humanity’s best friend, even in a pandemic
Dogs’ highly evolved noses can rapidly detect the SARS-CoV-2 virus, research finds.
In an extraordinary year, an unwavering commitment to sustainability
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
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.
Greta is right, researchers say
A global team of scientists suggests extraordinary action on sustainability is necessary soon to avoid a dark future.
What dolphins can teach us about surviving COVID-19
Unlike humans, marine mammals have adaptations that allow them to thrive with low oxygen levels.
Drop in pandemic CO2 emissions previews world of electric vehicles
A UC Berkeley sensing network shows a 25 percent drop in Bay Area CO2 levels immediately after shelter-in-place.
Drone surveys reveal fire damage and recovery in UC natural reserves
Drone and ground surveys of nine UC nature reserves will help understand ecosystem recovery from wildfires.