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Researchers at Salk Institute have mapped the genome sequence of a plant - that leads the way for widespread implications for agriculture and possibly human medicines.

The Federal Aviation Administration's budget is usually authorized for a number of years, but the most recent in a series of temporary extensions ran out in June. Democrats and Republicans are now split on how to reauthorize funding.

How can we make a sustainable energy future if we don't know the history of our energy consumption? We speak to Glaciologist Dr. Richard Alley about the new PBS series "Earth-The Operators' Manual."

As deadly tornadoes ravage the South, some San Diegans are heading to a Balboa Park museum to reflect and learn more about the powerful storms.

A new San Diego Foundation report finds 23 math and science programs in San Diego County are worthy of additional financial support. KPBS Reporter Ana Tintocalis has more.

Political scientist Carl Luna says San Diego voters are looking for a mayor with a vision, who is interested in doing more than pinching pennies.

One of the bright spots of San Diego's economy in recent years has been biotech sector. But the local life science industry has caught a cold in this recession. KPBS health reporter Tom Fudge looks at

The critics of Vladimir Putin have been growing more vocal. But the current prime minister does not appear to face any serious challengers and looks set to win a third term as president as Russians choose a new leader in an election Sunday.

A unique City Heights schools gets kids to put their classroom skills to work running a city of their own.

San Diego State University and a handful of local partners are creating an education program for people going into biotechnology. They're getting started, thanks to a $4.95 million grant from the department of labor.