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Climate change cuts global crop yields, even when farmers adapt

2 hours 10 min ago
An aerial photo of dry farmland in various plots June 18, 2025

A first-of-its-kind study co-authored by Assistant Professor Tamma Carleton shows that the global food system is more vulnerable to climate change than previously thought.

Assessing the private sector's role in reef restoration

Tue, 06/17/2025 - 08:20
A photo of buildings in an urban, tropical environment with palm trees and water features visible June 17, 2025

A recent study by ESPM professor Rachel Carlson explores whether Hawaiian businesses are willing to pay to protect coral ecosystems.

How tiny organisms manage stress to power the planet

Mon, 06/16/2025 - 07:41
Three researchers in a low-lit room look at algae in a photobioreactor. June 16, 2025

Postdoctoral researcher Sunnyjoy Dupuis, PhD '25 Microbiology,  writes about the PMB and QB3-Berkeley scientists peeking in on algae at night to discover how the organisms prepare for another stressful day on the job.

Everything in Life, from Water

Fri, 06/13/2025 - 15:12
Image of Ali Odeh June 13, 2025

2024 Bearhs Environmental Leadership Program participant Ali Odeh leads water service providers in Palestine.

Does the federal WIC program help manage gestational weight gain?

Thu, 06/12/2025 - 07:38
A woman and child walk through the aisles of a grocery store. Several food packages are visible on both sides of them. June 12, 2025

A recent study from Nutritional Sciences and Toxicology researchers identifies opportunities to improve maternal health through the WIC program.

Why working lands are critical to Wyoming’s conservation goals

Tue, 06/10/2025 - 14:43
A photo of a man standing at a podium with a screen behind him and members of a panel nearby. June 10, 2025

ESPM professor Arthur Middleton, who co-directs the Stone Center for Environmental Stewardship, offers a recap of a recent panel on how Wyoming's ranches, farms, and forests are important to the future of conservation in the state.

Feeding the world without ‘eating the earth’

Mon, 06/09/2025 - 13:11
A composite photo of two men smiling, looking at the camera. June 09, 2025

ESPM professor Timothy Bowles and journalist Michael Grunwald discuss the impact of our current agricultural methods and debate the ways we can ramp up food production without causing more harm to the environment.

Four ESPM students receive funding from the Stone Center for Environmental Stewardship

Fri, 06/06/2025 - 15:17
Image of two students walking along a trail in the mountains June 06, 2025

Michelle Katuna, Dara Noonan, McKalee Steen, and Royale Williams are receiving grants from the Center to support their conservation research. 

Q&A: Ana Paula Arruda

Thu, 06/05/2025 - 12:46
Portrait of Ana Arruda June 05, 2025

The NST assistant professor speaks about why she became a scientist and the value of scientific research for shaping a healthier and more sustainable future.

New panels recognize UC Berkeley’s ties to National Parks history

Wed, 06/04/2025 - 12:02
A plaque with the names of George Melendez Wright, Joseph Dixon, and Benjamin Thompson. June 04, 2025

Rooms 304 and 205 in Hilgard Hall now bear the names of the UC Berkeley scientists who brought science-based natural resource management to the National Park Service.

On the Ground: National Geographic Explorers

Tue, 06/03/2025 - 14:24
Chris Schell June 03, 2025

Highlighting some of the Rausser College students, faculty, and alums affiliated with the esteemed Society.

Gordon Rausser named 2025 Distinguished Emeritus of the Year

Mon, 06/02/2025 - 18:18
Gordon Rausser June 02, 2025

The award, which is bestowed by the UC Berkeley Emeriti Association, recognizes Rausser's contributions to research and service to UC Berkeley since he retired from the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics in 2019.

Conference fosters connection in growing seaweed industry

Thu, 05/29/2025 - 16:45
Seaweed growing underwater May 29, 2025

The inaugural workshop of the International Bioeconomy and Macroalgae Center convened an international, interdisciplinary group to focus on advancing seaweed research, cultivation, and application.

New insights about birds in San Francisco’s community gardens

Wed, 05/28/2025 - 15:05
Image of flowers and a view of a community garden in San Francisco May 28, 2025

ESPM assistant professor Alejandra Echeverri co-authored a recent study that explored trends in bird sightings at community gardens in low- and high-income neighborhoods.

Linking landscape conservation and wildlife viewing in protected areas

Tue, 05/27/2025 - 15:23
Image of bison running across a grassland May 27, 2025

A new study from the Stone Center researchers and collaborators finds that national park visitors would donate to support conservation efforts.

Q&A: California-China Climate Institute

Tue, 05/27/2025 - 15:09
Xi Xi hosting a workshop on the roles of civil society organizations in Africa-China energy collaboration during the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation. May 27, 2025

The California-China Climate Institute advances subnational climate action.

New NAS report details how climate change harms biodiversity

Mon, 05/26/2025 - 07:40
A photo of a red bird sitting in a tree May 26, 2025

Draft chapters of a new National Academy of Sciences report co-authored by ESPM associate adjunct professor Patrick Gonzalez detail how human-caused climate change affects the biodiversity of plants, animals, and ecosystems that sustain nature and human well-being

Shreya Chaudhuri on how UC Berkeley inspires the courage to make change

Fri, 05/23/2025 - 11:16
A photo of a woman in graduation regalia speaking while standing at a podium May 23, 2025

The 2025 Rausser College student commencement speaker urged graduates to recognize the potential of using their voice and UC Berkeley education to change the world.

Rosalie Fanshel recognized with leadership in graduate diversity award

Thu, 05/22/2025 - 13:25
A headshot of Rosalie Fanshel May 22, 2025

Fanshel, a 2025 ESPM PhD graduate, received the Graduate Division's Cynthia Ladd-Viti Award for integrating justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion within their teaching, mentoring, advising, and research.

Professor Patrick Shih honored by the American Society of Plant Biologists

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 13:12
Image of a Patrick Shih in blue shirt standing in a hallway May 21, 2025

Shih, an assistant professor in PMB, is the Society’s 2025 recipient of the Charles Albert Shull Award.