Water

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Study: Critical Sierra Meadows Being Overtaken by Forest

A woman in a green cardigan and khaki colored hat stands on the right side of a an open grassy expanse. Tall pine trees, mountain tops, and a cloudy blue sky dominate the background.Subalpine meadows are among the Sierra Nevada’s most enchantingly picturesque landscapes.

‘Water in the Balance’ Highlights UC Merced Research

Water is a delicate balancing act in California. When the scales tip in the wrong direction, the consequences can have national effects. Nobody knows this better than UC Water Co-Director Joshua Viers.

Community Members Aid Cutting-Edge Research in ‘BioBlitz’ Project

When scientists at UC Merced seek to better understand California’s biodiversity, they turn to cutting-edge genomics. They also turn to their neighbors.

Yara North America Supports UC Merced Students, Ag Research

A contribution from Yara North America will provide the University of California, Merced, with the potential to take agricultural research to a new level of innovation and improve crop yields, particularly in almonds.

Grad Student’s Water-Mapping Work Leads to National Recognition

Grad student Lorenzo Booth is working on a water-footprinting project.UC Merced graduate student Lorenzo Booth’s research into more efficient use of water for agriculture has earned him accolades from the American Water Resources Association for not only producing informatio

Campus Takes Steps to Stay Green Despite Drought

A new water-saving hydrogel will help campus lawns stay green this summer.Don’t be surprised if, as the warmer weather kicks in, you continue to see green lawns at UC Merced.