La Kretz Center for California Conservation Science

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Brad Shaffer in The New York Times: novel genomic approaches to biodiversity conservation

The California Conservation Genomics Project, led by UCLA La Kretz Center director Brad Shaffer, is highlighted as a unique, coordinated effort to help avert climate-related extinctions across the state. The article also discusses Shaffer's concept of Urban Arks, where non-native endangered species may find sanctuary in cities and urban environments.

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What’s the deal with all the turtles in Los Angeles parks?

Brad Shaffer, director of the UCLA La Kretz Center for California Conservation Science and Distinguished Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, was interviewed for a recent article…

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California Conservation Genomics Project featured in UC Santa Cruz newsroom

UCSC scholars join researchers statewide on a massive genomic study of California’s biodiversity. The state-funded genomics project, led by UCLA La Kretz Center Director Brad Shaffer, aims to be a lasting resource for shaping conservation policy.

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Bradley Shaffer elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Bradley Shaffer, the director of the UCLA La Kretz Center for California Conservation Science, was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

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Gary Bucciarelli in The Guardian.com: Pacific newts threatened at road crossings are already getting hammered hard by the climate crisis

The newts are “dealing with more prolonged droughts and changing precipitation patterns due to climate change, they’re dealing with wildfires”, Bucciarelli said. “They’re getting hammered hard.”

UCLA combines art and science in announcing film about an autistic boy’s love of bats

Story seeks to dispel fears and misconceptions about bats