Research With Results
Every day, Ïã²Ý´«Ã½ researchers work to solve society’s toughest problems. From medical devices and computer processors to cancer treatments and AI, our innovations shape the fabric of modern life, and our discoveries propel humanity forward.
Our with the U.S. government makes this possible. Without federal contributions, breakthrough technologies that touch millions of lives would be lost. Below, learn about some of our researchers’ revolutionary discoveries, and how you can help protect their work.
Health
From Nobel Prize-winning scientific breakthroughs to public health policy guidance, Ïã²Ý´«Ã½ researchers are leading the charge to solve challenging health concerns and save lives worldwide.
Curing genetic disease
Using gene editing, AI and other cutting-edge technologies, Berkeley researchers are working to discover new treatments for , , and other diseases.
Advancing medical research
Our scientists investigate the molecular roots of ,Ìý — and are making groundbreaking progress to cure them.
Protecting the most vulnerable
Researchers at CITRIS Health use technology so that and can gain better access to doctors and live healthier lives.
Lowering costs
analyses on and help inform local, state and federal health care policy, saving money for all taxpayers.
Promoting public health
From to understanding the long-term dangers of and , our researchers strive tirelessly to improve public health.
The , developed by Ïã²Ý´«Ã½ engineers, facilitates human-robot collaborative grasping for people with spinal cord injuries.
Building a better world
Ïã²Ý´«Ã½’s research changes the way we understand and interact with the world.
Data Science, AI and Robotics
Our scientists push the boundaries of digital innovation and work to reshape how society interacts with technology. From advising regulatory policy to safeguarding against cyberattacks, we’re securing a safer, smarter future for all.
Shaping the future of technology
From and to , our scientists and engineers are helping to revolutionize 21st century technology.
Creating responsible policy
Ïã²Ý´«Ã½ experts are to ensure that AI and other new technologies foster not .
Cybersecurity
Digital connectivity comes with risks of cyberattacks, data breaches and identity theft. Our researchers are to online.
How Berkeley research saved this baby's life
Born with a rare and often fatal genetic disease, doctors used CRISPR gene editing techniques developed at Ïã²Ý´«Ã½ to create a custom medical therapy for this baby boy. At left, Dr. Petros Giannikopoulos explains how in just 101 seconds, as part of our .
Energy, climate and environment
Ïã²Ý´«Ã½ researchers are advancing affordable, sustainable and clean energy solutions, while developing strategies to combat climate change and safeguard communities from climate-related disasters.
Expanding energy options
Using new innovations in chemistry, our scientists are , and .
Preparing for disaster
To help communities in the face of disaster, our researchers are designing and .
Restoring the health of the planet
New technologies created by our scientists that and , help ensure a greener future for our planet.
We need science to learn, when disasters like wildfires happen, how to protect people. If we can’t study wildfires when they happen, more people will be hurt when these disasters inevitably return.David J.X. González, Assistant professor of environmental health sciences
Basic Needs
To secure basic needs for future generations, Berkeley researchers are driving innovative solutions to help us gain access to clean water, healthy food and affordable housing.
Clean and affordable water
The is critical to the world’s future. Research is underway at Ïã²Ý´«Ã½ to better manage our and to .
Healthy food
From influencing and to bringing to our schools, our research is transforming the food system.
Increasing housing
We’re finding to and , as well as .
Research funding
funding is from federal sources
in new federal awards in 23-24
