Associate professor Erica Bree Rosenblum’s new book uses innovative pedagogy and centers on student experience.
Green algae reveal one mRNA encodes many proteins
In a new study, researchers in professor Sabeeha Merchant's lab outline a previously unknown similarity between bacteria and more complex forms of life.
Insights for success in science
On Women in Science day 2021, professor Jill Banfield shared key wisdom for those pursuing scientific careers.
Researchers provide "social cost of carbon" roadmap
In a commentary in the journal Nature, associate professor of energy and resources David Anthoff offers guidance to the Biden administration on climate change damages.
Rausser College Photo Contest Winners
The images submitted to the 2020 Rausser College photo contest represent the diverse research and activities of the college community.
Food-safety guide outlines laws, best practices for urban farmers
Jennifer Sowerwine, a Cooperative Extension specialist in the Department of Environmental Science, Policy, and Management, is the publication's lead author.
Rausser College naming gift in top 50 philanthropic gifts of 2020
Gordon Rausser’s landmark gift is listed at #33 in the Chronicle of Philanthropy’s “Philanthropy 50” report.
Berkeley's cutting-edge advances in Indigenous archaeology
Assistant professor Peter Nelson discusses how Indigenous knowledge and technological advancements have changed the field.
Studying spider bioacoustics at the Elias Lab
Maggie Raboin is a graduate student in the Department of Environmental Science, Policy, and Management.
In a desert affected by climate change, burrowers fare better than birds
Professor Steven Beissinger was the senior author of the study on the Mohave Desert's fauna.
Student Spotlight: Ananya Raghavan
Ananya is a third-year student majoring in Society & Environment and Data Science. As a Fung Fellow, she studies the intersection of conservation and tech.
Mary Nichols joins California-China Climate Institute as Vice Chair
Nichols is a longtime global climate leader and former chair of the California Air Resources Board.
Student Spotlight: Shelby O’Neil
Second-year undergraduate Shelby O’Neil discusses her efforts in ocean conservation and environmental advocacy.
Getting to Net Zero—and Even Net Negative—is Surprisingly Feasible, and Affordable
A new analysis co-authored by adjunct professor Margaret Torn provides a detailed blueprint for the U.S. to become carbon neutral by 2050.
Researchers honored with U.S. Department of Energy Award
Assistant Cooperative Extension specialist Daniel Sanchez and graduate student Bodie Cabiyo were members of the Getting to Neutral Carbon Emissions Team.
Researchers propose conservation funding through National Park management
Researchers in the Department of Environmental Science, Policy & Management collaborated with the University of Wyoming on the study.
Near a waterfall’s roar, glass frogs wave hello to attract mates
ESPM PhD candidate Rebecca Brunner discovered a novel communication technique of an elusive amphibian.
New study reveals how fences hinder migratory wildlife in the West
Graduate student Wenjing Xu and assistant professor Arthur D. Middleton, both in the Department of Environmental Science, Policy, and Management, are coauthors of the study.
Mary Blackburn wins NEAFCS Hall of Fame award
Blackburn is the Nutrition Family and Consumer Sciences Advisor for the UC Cooperative Extension in Alameda County and an alumna of Berkeley.
Taking a deeper look at the land-grant legacy
Graduate student and staff member Rosalie Z. Fanshel co-organized a conference this fall focused on the Morrill Act and Indigenous land dispossession.