95% of California's population lives in cities. How can we, as environmental scientists, share our interest in and knowledge of the natural world with those who lack access to fields and forests?
Hunters and Environmentalists: Finding Common Ground
Although early conservation efforts were closely tied to hunting and management of game species, conservation priorities have since shifted toward biodiversity and ecosystem conservation.
In Memoriam - Evert I. Schlinger
Internationally recognized entomologist and well-known philanthropist Evert Irving Schlinger of Concord, professor emeritus, UC Berkeley Department of Entomological Sciences, passed Wednesday, Oct. 8 in Lafayette, California.
Where Fire is Working in California
As part of the Graduate Training in Cooperative Extension Program, I am “making (my) science matter” to the public while building skills for the workforce.
Professor George Oster Wins Sackler Prize in Biophysics
Professor Oster was awarded the prize for his discovery of physical principles behind intracellular force generation in cell motility, morphogenesis and biological pattern formation.
Silver and Andersen Labs Featured on PBS Series
PBS’s new series, “Food Forward,” explores issues surrounding food in the United States. Covering topics such as urban agriculture, sustainable fishing, grass-fed beef, soil science and school lunch reform.
Changing Farming Practices to Preserve Evolutionary Diversity
A new study by ESPM postdoctoral researchers Daniel Karp and Leithen M'gonigle, and professor Claire Kremen, highlights just how dramatic the evolutionary diversity of wildlife is affected when forests are transformed into agricultural lands.
King Fire Puts UC Research Forest to the Test
A key University of California, Berkeley, research station is threatened by the King Fire in El Dorado County.
ESPM Ranks First in Environmental Sciences for 2nd Consecutive Year
ESPM ranked first in environmental sciences in the 2014 QS World Universities Rankings by subject.
Shifting Perceptions of Who Can Enjoy Nature
Cal Alumna Rue Mapp is being recognized for her work supporting diverse participation and appreciation of the great outdoors.
Study Suggests Changes in Farming Practices can Save Evolutionary Diversity
A new study by biologists at Stanford University and UC Berkeley highlights the dramatic hit on the evolutionary diversity of wildlife when forests are transformed into agricultural lands.
Biologists Try to Dig Endangered Pupfish Out of its Hole
A conservation biologist at the University of California, Berkeley, is giving important guidance in the efforts to rescue Devils Hole pupfish by establishing a captive breeding program.
Rim Fire Reprise Warning: Restoring Forests the Wrong Way May Fuel Future Fires
As the U.S. Forest Service finalizes plans to restore forests torched in last year’s Yosemite-area Rim Fire—the third largest in state history—conservationists are worried that the scheme skimps on environmental protection.
Global Wildlife Decline Driving Slave Labor, Organized Crime
Global decline of wildlife populations is driving increases in violent conflicts, organized crime and child labor around the world, according to a new policy paper led by UC Berkeley researchers.
Calling on the Community: Detecting and Managing Sudden Oak Death
Sudden Oak Death (SOD), a serious exotic disease, is threatening the survival of tanoak and several oak species in California. Community volunteers can help by collecting and submitting leaf samples for DNA-based analyses.
Professor Lynn Huntsinger Recognized for Outstanding Mentorship of GSIs
ESPM Professor Lynn Huntsinger was awarded the 2013-2014 Berkeley Facutly Award for Outstanding Mentorship of GSIs.
Sudden Oak Death Drying Up With Drought
The California drought is helping save the state's signature tree - the mighty oak - by slowing down the spread of the plague-like disease scientists call sudden oak death.
Spreading the Buzz About Native Bees
In honor of National Pollinator Week, Bay Nature's Beth Slatkin recently interviewed Professor Gordon Frankie on the status of California's diverse and productive pollinators. Read an excerpt of the interview here, and check out the full article on the Bay Nature site.
Central Valley Sees Big Drop in Wintertime Fog Needed for Fruit and Nut Crops
California's winter tule fog has declined dramatically over the past three decades, raising a red flag for the state's multibillion dollar agricultural industry, according to researchers at the University of California, Berkeley.
Top Graduating Senior Makes a Splash in Water Policy
Rebecca Peters is this year's winner of the University Medal. A double major in society and environment and interdiciplinary studies, Rebecca is a diehard water and sanitation access warrior.