UC Santa Cruz - Environmental Studies

The Coastal Science and Policy M.S. Program prepares students as leaders in advancing sustainable and productive ecosystems, coastal communities, industries and institutions. LEARN MORE

SCAREDY CAT

New study shows that mountain Lions don't like encountering humans any more than we like bumping into them. READ MORE

STRAWBERRY FIELDS FOR BETTER

How UC Santa Cruz revolutionized the cultivation of one of California’s most valuable crops—strawberries. READ MORE

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Anne Kapuscinski

Anne Kapuscinski, professor of environmental studies and director of the Coastal Science and Policy Program, has received a $245,000 federal grant that will support her team’s work to make aquaculture more sustainable. Continue»

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May 28, 2021Professor Karen Holl wins MacArthur Foundation endowed chair to support work on natural climate solutions
October 28, 2019Climate engineering: International meeting reveals tensions
October 18, 2019Whole genome sequencing could help save pumas from inbreeding

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