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Data, AI and Robotics

Bio+Math

In the last two years, the College of Science has focused on augmenting its expertise in data and life sciences with strategic hires

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Integrative Biology

Discover: Our collection of 3 million specimens of insects

Shining the light on arthropods

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Integrative Biology

Powerhouse PISCO

Marine ecologist Bruce Menge and PISCO researchers have attracted international attention.

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Alumni and Friends

Alumna spotlight

Integrative Biology alumna Megan Cook’s (’09) boundless enthusiasm for the ocean has taken her far

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Students

Student spotlight

Claire Ostertag-Hill is using DNA sequencing and genetic screening tools to analyze virus genes

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Faculty and Staff

Faculty spotlight: Jane Lubchenco

As Distinguished University Professor and Advisor in Marine Studies, Jane Lubchenco heads the development of a multi-million dollar new marine studies campus.

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Integrative Biology

Global warming to increase ocean upwelling

A new study warns that global warming may increase ocean upwelling by the end of this century.

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Integrative Biology

Amber fossil links early grass, dinosaurs and fungus to LSD

A perfectly preserved amber fossil provides evidence of the earliest grass specimen ever discovered.

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News

The birth of the School of Life Sciences

Last year the College established the School of Life Sciences (SLS) to encompass a broad range of interdisciplinary sciences.

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Alumni and Friends

A leader for the next generation

Biology alumnus to amplify the voices of young scientists.

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Research

Discover

The College of Science has an extensive and deep research portfolio that is globally recognized.

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Integrative Biology

Butterflies

Two integrative biology researchers have conducted pioneering research on the colorful patterns found on butterfly wings.