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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

CSTARS’ Algorithm for Early Detection of California Wildfires Featured in Data Makes Possible

04.02.19

Director Houlton Talks Hot and Cold Records in a Changing Climate

04.02.19

How rising sea levels could impact Delta, Sacramento Valley

03.25.19

Fellow Post Releases New Book “Time in Ecology: A Theoretical Framework”

03.25.19

Muir Institute and Office of Sustainability Team Up to Drive UC Mitigation Projects

03.21.19

Muir Institute Initiative Polar Day Forum Features First Woman to Ski Solo across Antarctica

03.19.19

Droughts and Progress – Lessons from California’s 2012-2016 Drought

01.28.19

Muir Institute–Delta Stewardship Council Journal Has Helped Inform California Water Policies for 15 Years

01.22.19

Upcoming Events

24 Apr.

Colloquium on Animal Food Systems

10:00 am - 4:30 pm

26 Apr.

Workshop: Funding Opportunity for UC Climate Mitigation Projects

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

27 Apr.

City Nature Challenge Sacramento at Stebbins Cold Canyon

8:30 am - 1:30 pm

2 May.

Climate Change Research Program: Spring 2019 Listening Session

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

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