Report Details the Widespread Impacts of Dust on California
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 29 April 2025
UC researchers report rising dust storms in California threaten health, agriculture, water, and energy. They urge forecasting systems and policies to protect millions as climate change worsens dust pollution.
Keywords: California dust, air pollution, health impacts, agriculture, climate change, UC research, forecasting
Engineered Bacterium Could Shield People from Mercury Toxicity
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 1 May 2025
UC San Diego and UCLA scientists engineered a probiotic bacterium that removes toxic methylmercury from seafood in mice, offering hope for a therapy to protect humans—especially pregnant women—from mercury-related health risks
Keywords: methylmercury, engineered bacteria, UC San Diego, UCLA, seafood safety, probiotic therapy, public health
Elephant Tragedy Prompts Scientists to Probe Viral Secrets of Botswana Water Pans
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 7 May 2025
UC San Diego researchers studying Botswana’s 2020 elephant die-off found diverse microbes and viruses, including EEHVs, in water pans. Their work highlights the need for monitoring wildlife water sources to prevent future health crises.
Keywords: elephants, Botswana die-off, UC San Diego, cyanobacteria, viruses, wildlife health, conservation
