Ecology, Evolution & Marine Biology at UCSB
We advance ecological, evolutionary, and marine discovery to understand life’s complexity and guide stewardship across land and sea.
Today’s Highlights
Deadlines, opportunities, and discoveries shaping Ecology, Evolution & Marine Biology right now.
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Secure your place in our next cohort and collaborate with labs tackling global change biology.
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Join a collaborative community of scholars advancing ecology, evolution, and marine science.
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See how EEMB breakthroughs guide conservation policy, biodiversity science, and climate resilience.
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Learn how shared landscapes sustain wildlife populations during our weekly seminar series.
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Support equity and belonging across our classrooms, labs, and field stations.
Visit the diversity hubHow We Study the Living World
From genes and organisms to ecosystems and global change, UCSB EEMB connects discovery-driven science with real-world stewardship.
What We Do
We study how living organisms interact with each other and their environments—shaping and being shaped by the world around them. Our work spans biological scales, from the physiology of individuals to the behavior of groups and the dynamics of ecosystems.
Why We Do It
Our research helps build the knowledge needed to address urgent environmental challenges. We explore how species adapt to climate change, uncover ways to manage invasive species, and identify patterns that drive biodiversity and its loss.
Where We Work
Located on California’s coast, we study life across land and sea—from Pacific ocean ecosystems to chaparral, oak woodland, desert, island, and freshwater habitats.
Academic Programs & Pathways
EEMB Graduate Program
Accepting applications — Apply by Dec 1. Explore PhD & MS opportunities, labs, and funding.
Biology Undergraduate Program
Curriculum, advising, research experiences for UCSB undergraduates.
Research Themes
Ecology, evolution, marine biology, conservation, climate resilience across systems.
People & Labs
Meet faculty, researchers, and students that power discovery at EEMB.
News & Stories
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Hantavirus in Madagascar linked to black rats
A non-native rodent in agricultural areas carried the virus more frequently than rainforest or home locales. April 7, 2025
After decades of plantation agriculture, coconut palms dominate Pacific atolls
On Fakarava Atoll, coconut palms now overtake much of the forest cover. Dec 4, 2024
The Sum of Its Plants
UCSB ecologist receives award for research on plant physiology and ecosystems. Feb 16, 2023
Upcoming Events & Opportunities
Stay connected with seminars, deadlines, and departmental highlights across EEMB.
Functional Connectivity for Animals in Shared Landscapes
Guest speaker discusses strategies to maintain wildlife corridors and resilience amid rapid development.
Diversity & Why UCSB EEMB
We foster an inclusive scientific community spanning genes to ecosystems, pairing world-class research with mentorship, justice, and belonging.
Field & Lab Integration
Hands-on, place-based research that connects marine, freshwater, and terrestrial ecosystems.
Inclusive Community
Programs that advance equity, justice, and mentorship for students, staff, and faculty.
Global Impact
Science that informs conservation policy, resilience planning, and biodiversity stewardship.
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Contact Us
Phone: 805.893.2974
Email: info@eemb.ucsb.edu