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The institute links science and technology to policy, providing the intellectual setting for interactions between researchers, regulatory agencies, policymakers, and the public.

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Education & Outreach

At the Muir Institute, we consider education to be our greatest ally. We educate the next generation of environmental innovators, problem solvers and thought-leaders through a variety of effective learning opportunities and techniques.

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About

Learn more about the UC Davis Muir Institute, how we work and what we care about.

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Center News

Muir Institute 2019 Fellows Exemplify Wide Range of Disciplines Tackling Climate Change at UC Davis

10.09.19

California Conservation Genomics Program – Species Nominations Now Open

09.25.19

Celebrating the Retirement of Dr. Susan Ustin and a Lifetime of Unparalleled Accomplishments

09.23.19

Solving the Global Nitrogen Imbalance

09.05.19

The Genetics of Drought Tolerance in Bioenergy Poplar Trees

08.26.19

Going for a Hike in Stebbins Cold Canyon? There’s an App for That!

08.20.19

KCRA asks Director Houlton how California is leading the food security fight

08.09.19

Director Houlton’s Research Aims to Solve the Global Nitrogen Challenge

08.05.19

Upcoming Events

10 Oct.

“Traits, Evolution, and the Functional Assembly of Biomes”

4:10 pm - 5:00 pm

15 Oct.

Polar Forum: Does the Law Protect Climate Researchers?

12:10 pm - 1:45 pm

4 Nov.

Dialogues and Discourse: Science and the Social License

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

5 Nov.

Katharine Hayhoe: Barriers to Public Acceptance of Climate Science, Impacts, and Solutions

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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