Research
We unify the academic and research strengths of the University and its Medical Center.
Upcoming Events
- “Gene duplication and the evolution of aphid wing dimorphisms”September 29, 2023 — 3 p.m.Hutchison Hall, Room 316
- "Spatial transcriptomics and cell-free nucleic acids to profile host-microbe interactions"October 2, 2023 — NoonHutchison Hall, Room 140, Lander Auditorium
- “Shell development in the mud snail Tritia obsoleta: Contributions of the 2d micromere and the retinoic acid signaling pathway”October 6, 2023 — 11:30 a.m.Hutchison Hall, Room 140, Lander Auditorium
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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.
Continue ReadingDiversity, 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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Minhao Chen, Graduate Student
I am working in Dr. Michael Welte’s lab, and my project is to study the mechanisms of lipid droplet formation and regulation in fruit fly’s ovaries under stress...