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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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Upcoming Events

  • The Past as Prologue: How Evolutionary History Shapes Antibiotic Resistance and Informs TreatmentOctober 19, 2026 — NoonHutchison Hall, 140, Lander Auditorium
  • Genomic language models: a new foundation for comparative biology?October 23, 2026 — 3 p.m.Dewey, 2110D
  • Zombie-makers: Parasites exploit plasticity to reprogram social waspsOctober 30, 2026 — 3 p.m.Dewey, 2110D

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20,000 ways to bee: Everything you want to know about bees

August 18, 2026

In his new book, The Book of Bees: A Life-Size Guide to Bees Worldwide, Bob Minckley, a professor of ...

Logan Edvalson receives DeLill Nasser Award from the Genetics Society of America

July 15, 2026

Twice each year, the DeLill Nasser Awards for Professional Development support graduate students and ...

Al Uy honored by the American Ornithological Society

June 29, 2026

The American Ornithological Society (AOS) has awarded Al Uy, Dean’s Professor of Biology and c ...

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Pranav Prabhu, Graduate Student

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I am currently researching the molecular mechanisms behind the differentiation and maintenance of caste in ants, using the very charismatic Indian jumping ant as a model system...

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Michael Clark leads the class Principles of Biology.

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Michael Clark: Inspiring learning through the art of asking questions

The Goergen Award–winning lecturer keeps students engaged with workshops and critical thinking exercises.

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