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Nobel Laureate Saul Perlmutter lectures on the expanding universe
Excellence in Research
World-class faculty and researchers are changing the way we understand and interact with the world.

UC Berkeley students showcase their capstone projects
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
A long legacy of innovations and leaders that have created groundbreaking products, revolutionary companies, and entirely new industries.

Berkeley researchers lead the way in using AI and data science to accelerate discovery
Data Science, AI & Robotics
UC Berkeley has a rich ecosystem in AI and data science that brings together strong teams of faculty, researchers, students, and alumni.

Geobiologist Jillian Banfield investigates how microbial communities respond to a changing climate
Energy, Climate & Environment
UC Berkeley and Berkeley Lab are pooling their vast expertise to help achieve an affordable, sustainable, and clean supply of global energy.

Laboratory breakthroughs contribute to the excellence of health research at Berkeley
Health
Berkeley is a leader in health research leveraging a multidisciplinary approach rooted in strong collaborations across the campus and beyond.

Japanese historical map from UC Berkeley’s David Rumsey collection
International & Area Studies
Exploring the world and tackling global problems.
Latest Research News
October 2, 2025
Fossilized Ear Bones Rewrite the History of Freshwater Fish
A newly discovered fossil fish is being used to revise the story for the evolution of freshwater fish.
October 2, 2025
Microbiologist Explains the Wonder of Viruses in 101 Seconds
Berkeley biology professor explains how viruses are able to be so efficient.
October 1, 2025
Former Air Force Chief Scientist To Lead Berkeley Space Center
UC Berkeley has appointed Victoria Coleman to forge a research alliance between academia, NASA and the tech industry.