The teaching and research mission of the Department of Biological Sciences is to develop a deeper understanding of contemporary biology at multiple levels, from molecules and cells, to organisms and entire ecosystems.
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was recently recognized for excellence in faculty research and undergraduate experience.
Dr. Allison Abbott is a 2024 recipient of the , the university's highest teaching honor.
A newly discovered species of dwarf gecko called has been named after associate professor Dr. Tony Gamble to recognize his significant contributions to the evolutionary biology of geckos.
received the People's Choice Award and took 3rd place in The Science Coalition's annual "Fund It Forward" video competition
Kristen Quaglia received 2nd place in the Graduate Student Poster Competition.
Chloe Langridge has been awarded a Graduate Research Fellowship from the National Science Foundation
2024-25
Arthur J. Schmitt Leadership Fellowship: Kristen Quaglia
Rev. John P. Raynor, S.J. Fellowship: Hannah Buchholz
Richard W. Jobling Distinguished Research Assistantship: Sarah Rolli
The department of Biological Sciences features an innovative and rigorous multidisciplinary research program.
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