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Biology is one of the most popular undergraduate programs at Rochester.

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Our graduate program is designed to foster advanced biological research.

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We unify the academic and research strengths of the University and its Medical Center.

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  • “Lord of the Wings: The evolution of dispersal polymorphisms in aphids”December 15, 2023 — 2:30 p.m.Hutchison Hall, Room 140, Lander Auditorium

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Recent News

Dragony Fu explains the future of mRNA

October 3, 2023

“If we are currently witnessing mRNA vaccine 1.0 for COVID-19, then 2.0 will address two furth ...

Biochemistry major, Margaret (“Maggie”) Hoare ’24, receives Beckman Scholarship for research

September 19, 2023

Two University of Rochester students have been named recipients of the Beckman Scholars Program, an ...

Welte and Kilwein crack the code of nutrient segregation

August 31, 2023

It is well known in developmental biology that a mother’s egg provides abundant nutrients that ...

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Naked mole rat against a black background. The successful transfer of a naked mole rat's gene that produces HMW-HA to a mouse extends the mouse's lifespan.

Faculty Research

Longevity gene from naked mole rats extends lifespan of mice

The successful gene transfer paves the way for improving the health and lifespan of humans, too.

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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion

The Department of Biology is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe it is our responsibility to redress inequities present in our department and to foster a community in which every member feels welcome, safe, and appreciated.

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Cailyn Leo, Graduate Student

Headshot of cailyn I am currently in Dr. Dragony Fu’s lab researching the cellular and spatial roles of a specific tRNA modification enzyme in neurodevelopment...

 

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