The Department of Biology provides courses in the life sciences, emphasizing advances in molecular genetics, embryology, ecology, development and evolutionary biology — take a virtual tour of our facilites in the Hall of Science. Faculty members have expertise in a variety of areas, and conduct research in developmental biology, evolutionary biology, neurobiology, microbiology, ecology, oceanography, and molecular biology. 

Students are encouraged to participate in research projects at all levels. Biology students at AU have the opportunity to visit and intern in some of the nation's most prestigious scientific institutions such as the National Institute of Health (NIH), and the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. For those interested in postgraduate studies, the Department of Biology offers a research-intensive Master of Science program that equips students with the skills and knowledge to excel in their chosen area of study. We are currently accepting applications for the MS program and students are encouraged to reach out to individual faculty before applying to discuss research interests and ongoing projects. 

MS Biology MS Biotechnology BS Biology
PhD Biomedical & Environmental Health Sciences

Inclusive Excellence

The Biology Department is committed to valuing and engaging the unique perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences of our students, faculty, and staff to create an inclusive and just scientific community. For more resources see the AU Office of Inclusive Excellence.
 

News & Notes

Ashley Bastin won the award for Undergraduate Physical Sciences Final Work at the Mathias Student Research Conference.

• Rapping for Biology: After watching a rap video written and produced by JC “Chace” White for Essentials of Biology for the Modern World, you may never think about cancer cells in the same way again.
• Scholar-Athlete Abraham Correa-Medina: Bio Alum’s path to medical school filled with success on the mat, in class, and at NIH biomedical research fellowship.
• Fast Sensor Has Potential Use as a Clinical Tool: Prof John Bracht teams with chemist Alexander Zestos on new method using carbon fiber microelectrodes for detection of RNA and DNA.
• 125,000 Square Feet Dedicated to Science: See photos and video of the new Hall of Science, dedicated to biology, environmental science, chemistry, and neuroscience.