Researchers at JBEI have gained insight into the primary process by which all cells harness the energy of E. coli bacteria and a species of yeast, each of which are common hosts for biofuels and bioproducts, suggesting new pathways to produce biofuels and bioproducts could be optimized.
Four Berkeley Lab Scientists Named AAAS Fellows
Allen Goldstein, Sung-Hou Kim, Susannah Tringe, and Katherine Yelick have been named Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the world’s largest general scientific society. They are among the 416 scientists awarded the distinction of AAAS Fellow this year.
Four Berkeley Lab Scientists Named AAAS Fellows
Allen Goldstein, Sung-Hou Kim, Susannah Tringe, and Katherine Yelick have been named Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the world’s largest general scientific society. They are among the 416 scientists awarded the distinction of AAAS Fellow this year. https://newscenter.lbl.gov/2018/11/27/4-berkeley-lab-scientists-named-aaas-fellows/
Newly Characterized Toxin Gives Bacterium a Leg Up on the Competition – Biosciences Area
A newly discovered toxin stands out from others in the battle for microbial domination. Marc Allaire of the Biosciences Area worked with a team to characterize this new toxin.
UC Offers Emergency Support for Those Affected by Wildfires
Assistance includes accessing retirement savings for emergency expenses, replacing lost prescriptions, receiving medical, dental, vision, and emotional health support, submitting claims for loss of life or property, and using legal resources.
Climate Simulations Project Wetter, Windier Hurricanes
New supercomputer simulations by climate scientists at Berkeley Lab have shown that climate change intensified the amount of rainfall in recent hurricanes such as Katrina, Irma, and Maria by 5 to 10 percent.
The Lab’s Irfan Siddiqi recently appeared on NBC’s Press:Here program to discuss quantum computing and a Lab and UC Berkeley collaboration called “Berkeley Quantum.”
Irfan Siddiqi Interviewed by NBC News Bay Area on Quantum Computing
The Lab’s Irfan Siddiqi recently appeared on NBC’s Press:Here program to discuss quantum computing and a Lab and UC Berkeley collaboration called “Berkeley Quantum.”
North Berkeley BART Shuttle Route Pilot Program Starts Monday
The Lab is increasing the number of shuttle routes as part of an effort to make a connection with public transportation options and reduce our carbon footprint.
Announcing the New Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer
A message from Lab Director Mike Witherell on the appointment of Lady Idos