News: School of Life Sciences


The School of Life Sciences professor studied computer science when she first entered college, but fascination with evolution eventually drew her to genomics.

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ offers a world of new choices to incoming freshman. Here's some advice from life sciences professor Brian Hedlund on how to sort through them.

Five 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ graduates will be recognized by President Donald Snyder during spring commencement for their combination of academic excellence and service to the community.

Life Sciences and engineering professors team up to develop life-saving devices to detect stroke and heart problems.


Local high school teachers trek to Chinese hot springs with a 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ team to immerse themselves in field experiences and bring back new approaches to teaching.

University’s top ranked graduate/specialty programs include Boyd Law School’s legal writing program at No. 3, dispute resolution at No. 9.

Hundreds of students from 50 local schools to participate; top high school entries to attend international fair in Los Angeles.

The state’s seemingly barren land is filled with bizarre mammals — at least for now. Mammalogist Brett Riddle lists off his favorites.

Meet four recipients of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s most prestigious graduate fellowships and learn about their research and their gratitude for the funding that made it possible.

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ faculty discoveries have commercial applications with value to the university, the private sector, and, ultimately, you. Learn about 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ life sciences professor Martin Schiller, who is working to move his innovative thinking out of the laboratory and into the boardroom.