New research from Assistant Professor of Cooperative Extension Ellen Bruno found that reducing leaks is a cost-effective way to save urban water.
The Society for Freshwater Science Emerge Program promotes diversity in STEM
Continuing lecturer and Essig Museum specialist Patina Mendez helps Emerge scholars develop skills to become freshwater scientists.
Student Spotlight: Hope Gale-Hendry
Fourth-year EMF student discusses her journey to California, transferring to Rausser College, and her love of pikas.
New therapy breakthrough changes the shape of treatment for undruggable diseases
Research by NST Professor Daniel Nomura may have applications in treatments for cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, and genetic disorders.
Rosemary Gillespie contributes to “Biodiversity at Risk” publication
An ESPM professor and evolutionary ecologist, Gillespie is co-author of a resource on biodiversity published by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.
Ana Paula Arruda named Chan-Zuckerberg Biohub investigator
The five-year award provides support for Arruda's research into metabolic diseases.
U.N. climate report underscores urgency of cutting carbon emissions
Patrick Gonzalez, ESPM associate adjunct professor, served as a lead author of the chapter on terrestrial ecosystems.
Alum Pamela Ronald awarded Wolf Prize in Agriculture
Ronald, PhD ’90, is recognized for pioneering work on disease resistance and environmental stress tolerance in rice.
Lessons on wildfire resilience from a 4,000-acre forest lab
UC Berkeley’s Blodgett Forest Research Station is a model for how California can reduce the risk of severe wildfires.
Rausser College 2022 Photo contest
Help us tell the Rausser College story by entering our photo contest! Submit your best images for a chance to win prizes and to have your work featured in Rausser College publications and social media.
Transnational land investments induce competition for water resources
A study co-authored by Paolo D’Odorico suggests that the transition from smallholder farming to large-scale commercial agriculture is enhancing the strain on water availability.
Two Faculty Members Join AAAS Fellows
Professors Rodrigo Almeida and Paolo D’Odorico have been elected American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) fellows.
Advancing Inclusion and Anti-Racism in the College Classroom
A new tool created by ESPM faculty and students aims to support instructors in developing anti-racist approaches to course design and teaching practices.
Just What Is a ‘Resilient’ Forest, Anyway?
Study finds that resilient, frequent-fire forests have far fewer trees.
Arthur Middleton to join USDA as senior advisor
The ESPM professor will advise efforts to protect wildlife corridors and habitat.
Copper-based chemicals may be contributing to ozone depletion
ESPM professor Robert Rhew was the senior author of the recent study on our atmosphere.
What is wishcycling?
In a recent post in The Conversation, ESPM's Jessica Heiges and Kate O'Neill discuss the global waste crisis and why our recycling system isn't working.
Study: Safe drinking water remains out of reach for many Californians
Professor Rachel Morello-Frosch co-authored the recent analysis along with other researchers at UC Berkeley and UCLA.
Branching out: how Jill Banfield’s research reimagines our “tree of life”
In a recent profile in California Magazine, learn how the ESPM professor's curiosity and quest for understanding vastly expand our knowledge of life on Earth.
Susan Hubbard to join Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Hubbard, ESPM adjunct professor and associate lab director at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, is named Oak Ridge’s Deputy for Science and Technology.