ESPM PhD candidate McKalee Steen became the first graduate student researcher at the Schmidt Center this January, contributing to their research on Indigenous data sovereignty.
Can “sustaining innovation” deliver sustainability?
Professor Dara O’Rourke explores Amazon’s decarbonization efforts in a new case study published in the California Management Review.
Advancing research on issues impacting Native American communities
Four ESPM graduate students received funding from the Joseph A. Myers Center small grant program to support their research.
Naturally occurring molecule rivals Ozempic in weight loss
A Stanford Medicine study co-authored by NST researchers identified a peptide that suppressed appetite and led to weight loss in mice and pigs without the side effects associated with Ozempic.
Brian Staskawicz awarded Wolf Prize in Agriculture
The award recognizes the plant biology professor’s groundbreaking discoveries of the immune system and disease resistance in plants.
Student Spotlight: Yesim Goktekin
The second-year Master of Nutritional Sciences & Dietetics student spoke about her decision to change careers and her experience in the new graduate program.
Does ‘psychic numbing’ impact conservation fundraising?
A new study examines whether learning about one of UC Berkeley’s celebrity falcons motivates the public to support conservation efforts.
Water system consolidations improve water quality, infrastructure
Kristin Dobbin, a Cooperative Extension professor in ESPM, led the first-of-its-kind survey of water systems across California.
Creating a ‘rightful presence’ for the Ohlone community
The campuswide ‘ottoy initiative will integrate native plants and Ohlone cultural education at the Oxford Tract, and add native gardens to the Russell Research Station.
Watch: Documenting California’s most elusive mammal
Ecosystem Management and Forestry alum Vishal Subramanyan, '24, and collaborator Prakrit Jain spoke to Berkeley News about capturing photos and video of the Mount Lyell shrew.
Mapping ocean acidification along the Pacific coast
Rachel Carlson, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Science, Policy, and Management, spoke to NPR affiliate North State Public Radio about her career in marine science and research at the Bodega Marine Laboratory run by UC Davis.
Event: Agency, Urgency, and Hope—Science and Scientists Serving Society
March 12 and 13, The Honorable Jane Lubchenco, Former Deputy Director for Climate and Environment at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, will deliver two lectures: one on science in the White House and another on a new narrative for the ocean.
How urbanization shapes coyote behavior and connectivity in LA
Wealth, pollution, and population density are strong predictors of how coyotes move around Los Angeles, according to a new study led by UC Berkeley researchers.
Diversity in coho salmon could be key to species survival
Experts from UC Berkeley and California Sea Grant have uncovered a new link between species diversity and resilience in coho salmon.
Climate change outpaces forest change in the Western interior
A study co-authored by ESPM professor Miranda Redmond found that forests are not regenerating fast enough to keep pace with climate change, wildfire, insects, and disease.
Alum makes Forbes’ 30 under 30 list for healthcare
Yue Clare Lou, who earned both a BS and PhD in the Department of Plant and Microbial Biology, was recognized for her work toward the creation of next-gen immune boosters.
Margaret Torn elected to National Academy of Engineering
The honor recognizes Torn’s contributions to the understanding of soil carbon dynamics and her sustained leadership of the long-term monitoring of climate change.
ESPM staff member contributes art to Parks Stewardship Forum
Kelly Redfearn Kinder’s digitally illustrated photograph graced the cover of the journal’s recent issue on Indigenous co-stewardship of public lands.
Lynn Huntsinger honored by the California Cattlemen's Association
The ESPM professor was awarded the 2025 Gordon K. Van Vleck Memorial Award at the California Cattlemen's Convention.
After the LA wildfires, stories emerge of great loss, support and strength
The devastating Palisades and Eaton fires, which ignited a month ago, affected many at UC Berkeley, including the family of ESPM professor Christopher Schell.