Outstanding Grad: Brissa Chavez Mendoza, College of Natural Sciences
Before coming to Colorado State University, Brissa Chavez Mendoza knew she wanted to pursue a career in health care but wasn’t sure what exact direction she’d take.
Tag: "Department of Biology"
Bird feeders provide opportunity for teaching, citizen science at Environmental Learning Center
A bird-banding research project hosted at the Environmental Learning Center led by Kristen Ruegg, professor of biology and ornithologist at Colorado State University allows for both research and teaching for CSU students, as well as opportunities for citizen science for everyday visitors.
Biology student seeks to protect endangered species; make research accessible to a broad audience
Sophomore Colorado State University biology student Noelle Mason has a passion for the black-footed ferret, and she’s working to protect it – along with many other species – using advanced biotechnology.
Bio-cybersecurity discussion series to cover threats to synthetic biology, biomanufacturing, and bio-data
The first discussion, on the topic of DNA synthesis and the risks of attacks on DNA databases, will take place on March 23, 4-5 p.m., via Zoom.
National Geographic film reveals how CSU researchers track bird migration through feathers
"Feathers in Flight: The Bird Genoscape Project" is a National Geographic film featuring CSU's innovative research focusing on bird migration and conservation.
Dan Bush reflects on 17 years of administrative service
Bush helped CSU transform classroom learning and improve academic support. Of particular significance was his work with Faculty Council creating stable career pathways for non-tenure track faculty.
Biology student conducts research on relationship between malaria-drug dosage and parasite-killing potential
Ana Ibarra, a first-generation student in the Department of Biology, was able to conduct remote research in the REU program
Biologists trace plants' steady mitochondrial genomes to a gene found in viruses, bacteria
Their new understanding of the MSH1 gene could lend insight into why animal mitochondrial genomes tend to mutate more than those of plants.
Even when women outnumber men, gender bias persists among science undergrads
A CSU team conducted a survey-based study among physical and life science undergraduate courses, asking students how they perceived each other's abilities.