Turtles ‘in horrible shape’ with grim future due to rising sea levels
Expansive phylogenetic tree reveals clues about the animals’ past, future
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Turtles ‘in horrible shape’ with grim future due to rising sea levels
About 60% of the world’s turtle species are considered threatened or endangered, making them one of the most vulnerable groups of animals on the planet. A new study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reveals new findings about turtles’ evolution so far and the tough prospects they face for survival.
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Announcing La Kretz Center and Stunt Ranch Reserve 2021 conservation science research awards
The UCLA La Kretz Center for California Conservation Science and the UC Natural Reserve System Stunt Ranch Santa Monica Mountains Reserve are pleased to announce the 2021 recipients of our…
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State of fire research: patterns and prevention
UCLA researchers are in a race to understand climate change’s impact on California’s fire seasons to help curb the severity of wildfire devastation. La Kretz Center director Brad Shaffer is…
State of Fire
UCLA wildfire research reveals the patterns and future threats of blazes in California — and offers a foundation for how to face the flames.
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The big data of biodiversity
The California Conservation Genomics Project, led by the UCLA/La Kretz Center, will use powerful genomics technology to shape the future of conservation in the state
