Department of Biology : University of Rochester

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

Our graduate program is designed to foster advanced biological research.

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

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July 15, 2026

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

June 29, 2026

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

June 8, 2026

Plastic waste poses an urgent problem for our planet’s ecosystems, especially our waterways. M ...

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