"The USDA NextGen program has made pursuing a graduate degree possible and has created a pathway for diverse voices to have a seat at the table. We are the next generation of leaders in the food systems space and we are ready to make our mark."

“Using in situ X-ray Diffraction and Imaging to Study Materials Under Pressure”

Let us blow you away: biocrust, the hidden web of life in soil, could be the secret weapon against dust storms, making our ecosystems more resilient!

Asexual reproductive traits might not fend off drought, but they powerfully drive grassland recovery - a key to ecosystem resilience! Let's dig in.

Lachmi (Lach) Baniya, an impact-driven media entrepreneur, began her journey in 2013 at the age of 21, driven by vision and determination. Growing up under Myanmar’s censored public education system, she understood the limitations it placed on critical thinking and the transformative power that access to information could have in shaping lives.

The Global Drylands Center leans on the many wonderful collaborators who bring incredible insight into the Center, making us stronger.

Exploring how Hispanic culture and drylands shape each other reveals a rich history of resilience and adaptation.

“Nanostructured metal alloys by produced by high-pressure torsion with multifunctional applications in biomedical engineering and energy”

The Sala Lab would like to congratulate Dr. Garcia-Pichel for his efforts and significant impact on his field.

Tatiana Estevez is an entrepreneur dedicated to combating the climate crisis through an innovative water solution. Her journey was sparked by a profound realization during a backpacking trip in California, where she witnessed the devastating impacts of drought firsthand. Shocked by the economic and human toll, she envisioned a novel solution to address water scarcity, marking the inception of Permalution. As Founder and CEO, she now spearheads a company focused on cloud and fog water collection technology, providing solutions for both water access and climate adaptation. 

Growing up with parents who were Christian missionaries, Lina Maria Useche Kempf understood from an early age the significance of living with a sense of purpose. This principle has led to her becoming Co-Founder and Head of Institutional Relations at Aliança Empreendedor in Brazil. Kempf has made significant contributions to the entrepreneurial landscape by empowering, training, and connecting low-income micro-entrepreneurs to help them succeed.

Osvaldo had the opportunity to be featured on Bioscience Talks, a podcast hosted by James Verdier, with the American Institute of Biological Sciences. Take a listen to the podcast here!