Mathematical models demonstrate how the animals make decisions as they navigate the air.
Scientists discover how birds soar to great heights
Why toxic compound emissions vary in e-cigarettes
Researchers also identify two carcinogens not previously reported in vapor.
The global impact of air conditioning: Big and getting bigger
Rising incomes and temperatures increase the amount of cooling units — and greenhouse gases.
Spit: The diagnostic tool of the future?
A UC Irvine alum brings home his research on the health- and behavior-revealing properties of saliva.
Underwater microscope provides views of sea creatures in their natural setting
UC San Diego provides a fresh look at coral — up close and personal.
Countdown to a cure: UCSF's effort to finally defeat AIDS
Spurred by three decades of momentum and fresh funding, new tactics aim at ending - not just treating - the disease.
Noninvasive health monitoring could help save gorillas
A UC Davis study finds a way to balance protecting and testing the animals.
High risk of wildfire projected for Amazon
UC Irvine and NASA forecast suggests greater danger than in past drought years.
UC San Diego undergrads develop low-cost HIV management solution
New system to be tested this summer could transform HIV treatment in low-resource settings.
California's roadkill hot spots, according to UC Davis
New report equips officials with information to protect state wildlife.
Berkeley Lab creates reactions never before possible
A new way of creating molecules that form modern chemicals may be on the horizon.
Greater alcohol use may reduce heart attacks, increase atrial fibrillation
UCSF researchers compare "wet" and "dry" counties in Texas.