Learn more about UC Berkeley’s Global Edge program from three undergraduates who studied abroad in London.
Plants really do feed their friends
New research shows that that as plants develop they craft their own root microbiome, favoring microbes that consume very specific metabolites.
Bearded pigs adapting to oil palm production
Borneo's wild pigs are adapting to expanded agricultural production—but the species is still in need of protection.
How brightly colored spiders evolved on Hawaii again and again … and again
Rosemary Gillespie's new research sheds light on the evolution of Hawaiian Ariamnes stick spiders.
Miguel Altieri inducted to Earth Hall of Fame Kyoto
Miguel Altieri awarded for agroecology research.
Student Spotlight: Bradley Machado
The US Army veteran shares his passion for the environment and photojournalism and why he’s chosen to combine the two fields.
Berkeley Ranked First in Environmental Sciences—Again
UC Berkeley was recently ranked the #1 school for Environmental Sciences by the QS World University Rankings. Congrats!
Management, firefighting crucial to determine wildfire risk
New research demonstrates that vegetation management and firefighting play major roles in determining fire risk in California.
Vince Resh named Inaugural Fellow by the Society of Freshwater Sciences
Vince Resh awarded by Society of Freshwater Sciences.
Berkeley Connect Environment fosters community, mentorship at CNR
The 1-credit mentorship and professional development course offers students a small college feel on Cal's campus.
Book by Seth Holmes recognized by Latin American Studies Association
Fruta Fresca, Cuerpos Marchitos: Trabajadores Agricolas Migrantes en Estados Unidos (2017) recieves Honorable Mention.
Study reveals that chaparral fire management can devastate California’s wild birds
Fire-risk reduction practices of California's iconic shrubland ecosystem disrupt wild bird populations, new research shows.
Forestry club gets hands-on to remake famous Tightwad Hill
A group of forestry students are helping restore the steep incline that overlooks Berkeley's Memorial Stadium.
Population genetics could help breed a hardier honey bee
New research creates a genetic snapshot of California’s honey bee populations, charting 105 years of change for this essential pollinator species.
Climate video series: Declining wildlife and human misery
Justin Brashares explores the social and cultural impacts of declining wildlife populations around the world, from fish to carnivores.
Alumna named San Diego State University president
Adela de la Torre will become the ninth permanent president of SDSU and the first woman to serve in that role.
100 million dead trees in the Sierra are a massive risk for unpredictable wildfires
A new study argues for more prescribed fires, mechanically thinning forests, and physically removing dead trees to combat the threat of fire.
Professor Allen Goldstein receives Humboldt Foundation research award
ESPM Professor Allen Goldstein awarded prestigious research grant from the Humboldt Foundation which promotes collaborative research with German scientists.
Deforestation ‘tip of the iceberg’ for environmentalists’ concerns about oil palm
A new study by CNR researchers demonstrates that the impacts of oil palm expansion on forests is much worse than previous thought.
Deploying drones to follow the water
Drones will play a key role in assessing the impact of highly variable water resources around the state thanks to a new $2.2 million grant from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation.