Virtual fencing for cattle can lower costs for ranchers, improve the health of land and resilience to wildfire, plus benefit animals' health, according to researchers including rangeland expert Leslie Roche of the UC Davis Department of Plant Sciences.
Graduate student Paige Kouba shared her climate-focused forest research with lawmakers at the state Capitol, part of a program training scientists to inform California policy through clear, nonpartisan science communication.
An international team, including Cameron Pittelkow, developed a strategy for reducing nitrogen fertilizer use in China’s rice production. Their plan would cut pollution, boost efficiency, and sustain food security while addressing environmental harm.
UC Davis scientists, including Alessandro Ossola, are studying urban trees to predict which species will thrive amid climate change. Their research aims to help cities plan for the future, ensuring trees can continue to provide shade and cooling as conditions worsen.
Amanda Crump, UC Davis associate professor, discussed food insecurity, conflict, and their interconnectedness at a United Nations Day event. She highlighted the importance of inclusive, community-driven solutions to building food security and peace, sharing personal stories from Nepal.
UC Davis researchers have partnered with a federally compliant pharmaceutical company to analyze the chemical and biological profiles of cannabis for the benefit of law enforcement, health care providers, and scientific professionals. A Cannabis and Hemp Research Center is also being established at UC Davis.
