In this report, you will find groundbreaking research that shapes the future of California and beyond, from protecting ecosystems against climate change to fighting diseases and preserving biodiversity. This year’s Dean’s Report is focused on our home state of California. We hope to call attention to some of the work being done by
faculty at the School of Biological Sciences that has a direct impact on the state’s residents and ecosystems, from climate change to diabetes research and much more.
Featured Articles
Study Finds Brain-Based Markers Could Help Personalize Depression Treatment
Irvine, Calif., April 23, 2025 — Finding the right antidepressant treatment can be a frustrating, time-consuming process — one that often requires individuals to endure weeks of ineffective medication before […]
UC Irvine Team Maps Viral Spread in the Gut Microbiome at Single-Particle Resolution
Irvine, Calif., April 18, 2025 — In a world where gut health is increasingly linked to everything from mental well-being to chronic disease, scientists have just taken a leap forward […]
Professor Kathleen Treseder Named a 2025 Woman Making a Difference
Irvine City Council member and Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Professor Kathleen Treseder was named a “2025 Woman Making a Difference” by Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley at the fourth annual […]
Diego Pizzagalli Receives International Recognition for Advancing Neuroscience Clinical Research
The Dunlop School is proud to announce that Diego Pizzagalli, PhD, founding director of the Noel Drury, M.D. Institute for Translational Depression Discoveries at UC Irvine, has been selected as […]
Dunlop School Graduate Students Shine at UCI’s 11th Annual Grad Slam
At the 11th annual Grad Slam competition, held at UC Irvine’s Verano 8 Community Center on March 13, graduate students from the Charlie Dunlop School of Biological Sciences earned both first and second place — an impressive showing that underscores the strength and promise of the school’s graduate research community.
The annual Dean’s Report showcases the growth, teaching and research advancements made at the school during the last academic year. Each report carries an important message from the dean and every year a theme based on current challenges in the life sciences.
If you would you like to request an interview with one of our Dunlop School researchers, please contact our communications team at biosci@uci.edu. > View Previous Dean’s Reports