ANR Update

The Office of the President invites comments on a proposed revised Presidential Policy on Native American Cultural Affiliation and Repatriation (Revised Policy). The Policy revises the existing Policy and Procedures on Curation and Repatriation of Human Remains and Cultural Items (Current Policy).

In partnership with the Almond Board of California, UC ANR requests proposals to fund research aimed at improving spray application practices in almonds. Up to $70,000 is available to fund one or more proposals.

Bartlomiej Bart Sapeta has been appointed to the position of Director of Facilities Planning and Management.

Dear Colleagues, I am pleased to announce that Kathy Eftekhari will be joining the University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) as my new Chief of Staff starting Monday, August 19, 2019.

Given the serious federal government actions against Huawei and their affiliates which have legal implications for UC researchers as well as reputational risks for the University, the University of California (UC) provided guidance.