Donald J. Nevins, known for his work in biochemistry and cell physiology, died in Woodland, Calif., on July 8 at the age of 88. He was a professor emeritus in the UC Davis Department of Plant Sciences and chair of the former Department of Vegetable Crops from 1984-1989. A memorial service is at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23, in Davis.
UC Davis is building on its record of creating an inclusive environment for all. The Department of Plant Sciences is contributing to the award-winning efforts, which were recognized by the American Association for the Advancement of Science.
Chris van Kessel -- founding chair of the UC Davis Department of Plant Sciences -- was deeply impacted by his nephew's battle with cancer at the age of 10. Now, van Kessel is cycling to support childhood cancer research, and he's inviting your support.
UC Davis’ DH Putnam Scholarship Fund awarded its first scholarships to support alfalfa research. Scholars study drought-resistant and water-efficient varieties to sustain California’s top forage crop, honoring Putnam’s legacy in agricultural science.
Daniel Potter is the new chair of the UC Davis Department of Plant Sciences, overseeing research, teaching, and outreach. A botanist and herbarium director, he aims to improve student connections and expand lab space.
Five UC Davis plant sciences faculty members—Gail Taylor, Amelie Gaudin, Giulia Marino, Li Tian, and Leslie Roche—now hold endowed chairs, a first for the department. These appointments support research in agroecology, tree genetics, nutrition, and rangelands.
After chairing the Department of Plant Sciences for seven years, Gail Taylor has taken a new appointment as the dean of Life Sciences, University College London. She will start her new role later this year.
UC Davis received $2M to train 80 African scientists in CRISPR gene editing, helping develop resilient, nutritious regional crops. The program strengthens food security, local capacity, and global crop development.
We are pleased to profile two people who have graduated from the Department of Plant Sciences and are now launching exciting careers in their fields. Joanna Solins and Saarah Kuzay's stories tell of the passion they brought to their studies and how people here supported them in their journeys.
An international team from Rothamsted Research, U.K., visited UC Davis' Department of Plant Sciences, engaging in discussions on wheat genetics, soil management, climate change, and carbon neutrality. Collaborations and research opportunities emerged.
