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Author & Scientist, Steffanie Strathdee does Q&A with KU Biology Students
#KUFieldWorks: Studying microbes to understand the possibility of life on other planets (Opens in new window)
KU TO HOST INAUGURAL CHEMICAL BIOLOGY SYMPOSIUM
Undergraduate Biology Student Researcher: Adeline Kelly
KU Professor Published New Paper on Thermal Limits of Bees (Opens in new window)
12 KU UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS SELECTED FOR 2022 MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP
LAWRENCE — Out of nearly 32,000 applicants from more than 2,400 institutions worldwide, 12 University of Kansas students have been selected for the 2022 Millennium Fellowship, a leadership development program overseen by the Millennium Campus Network in partnership with United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI). ...
Five seniors, one alumnus to compete for Rhodes, Marshall, Mitchell scholarships
LAWRENCE — Five current seniors and a recent graduate at the University of Kansas will compete for prestigious fellowships for study in the United Kingdom and Ireland this year with the support of KU's Office of Fellowships. ...
Meet your Professor Interview: Jorge Soberón
We are joined by Professor Jorge Soberón for the first ‘Meet your Professor’ interview! Learn about his research, why he chose to become a biologist & more! ...
Undergraduate Biology Newsletter 9/19/22
Sloan Foundation grant to support Indigenous students in STEM programs at KU, Haskell
Undergraduate Biology Newsletter 8.29.22
How the sea fireflies of the Caribbean are shining new light on evolution (Opens in new window)
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New principles for biological fieldwork will build equity for researchers and local communities
Nine faculty recognized as winners of distinguished teaching awards
LAWRENCE — Nine faculty members at the University of Kansas are being recognized as winners of annual distinguished teaching awards. ...
KU College awards Baumgartner Professorship in Biology
LAWRENCE — The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences at the University of Kansas has announced the inaugural award of the Baumgartner Professorship in Biology to Paulyn Cartwright, Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology. ...
University of Kansas names five new distinguished professors
LAWRENCE – Five University of Kansas professors have joined elite company by being named distinguished professors. Sharon Billings and Marta Caminero-Santangelo received the designation of University Distinguished Professor, while Jie Han, Peter Ukpokodu and Lisa Wolf-Wendel received the designation of Roy A. Roberts Distinguished Professor. ...
Nine Jayhawks receive Undergraduate Research Awards for summer
LAWRENCE — This summer, nine University of Kansas students will receive an Undergraduate Research Award (UGRA). UGRA recipients are awarded a $1,000 scholarship as they work on mentored research and creative projects. ...
18 Students selected as recipients of Undergraduate Biology Scholarships
Congratulations to the 18 students selected as recipients for Spring 2022 Undergraduate Biology Scholarships. These Awards include...
KU celebrates undergraduate research
LAWRENCE — Over 215 undergraduate students participated in the 25th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium this year at the University of Kansas. The symposium was entirely online and features oral and poster presentations as well as artist talks and creative displays from many disciplines. Presentations can still be viewed on the...
KU recognizes 13 students with 2022 University Awards, Campanile Award
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas has awarded 13 students with honors that recognize community engagement, leadership and academics. ...
Two KU juniors to compete for Astronaut Scholarships
LAWRENCE — Two outstanding University of Kansas undergraduates, recently named 2022 Goldwater Scholars, are representing KU in the Astronaut Scholarship program. ...
KU, Haskell scholars to present research projects at annual symposium
LAWRENCE – Research on the spread of fungal infections, effectiveness of teletherapy, use of microfluidics for diagnostics, communication strategies of bacteria, and effects of social behavior and stress on brain signaling will be among student work presented at the 22nd annual University of Kansas-Haskell Indian Nations University Student Research Symposium. ...