Bloody red shrimp swimming in the Great Lakes.

What's Happening in Biology

Featured News

Clear waters, hidden toxins 

May 12, 2025

Study warns that viruses that kill toxic algae may actually increase risks for people and ecosystems.

A bird in the hand

May 8, 2025

Liam McGuire, professor in the Biology department, is giving students hands-on experience in the field with the help of the Faculty of Science’s Field Experience Award Fund (FEAF). McGuire has used funds from the FEAF to outfit a bird migration research station and organize field trips, providing students with field opportunities they wouldn’t otherwise have.

Student experiences for ExCELing after graduation

February 26, 2025

The Externship and Career Experiential Learning (ExCEL) initiative was launched this term with a series of externships, bringing students on tours of science-focused companies in the community.

Featured Events

Fish and Frogs Field Day

May 12, 2025

Zoological field research techniques showcase for high school students.

À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ EcoEvo Journal Club: Winter 2025

April 18, 2025

The EcoEvo Journal Club meets bi-weekly on Fridays from 3-4pm in B2-256.

World Wetlands Day 2025

February 3, 2025

Join us for the 13th Annual World Wetlands Day Research Symposium at the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ.Â