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August 28, 2025
Berkeley Scientist Looks Back at American Nutritional Guidelines
Berkeley nutrition research scientist explores how the history of American nutritional guidelines informs major changes being proposed today.
August 28, 2025
California Communities Can Reduce Wildfire Damage by Half
A new UC Berkeley-led study demonstrates how two mitigation strategies can have a major impact on wildfire destructiveness.
August 28, 2025
Broad Use of Psychedelic MDMA Could Ease Devastating Psychological Trauma
New research proposes that use of the psychedelic MDMA could bring relief to millions of patients.