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

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Our graduate program is designed to foster advanced biological research.

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

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Recent News

Gorbunova and Seluanov discover that strong immune systems and protection from genes are at play—and the findings could apply to human longevity

June 11, 2025

A new study that looks at why long-lived bats do not get cancer has broken new ground about the biol ...

Al Uy ventures to the Solomon Islands to discover how species originate

January 14, 2025

IN THE REMOTE JUNGLES of the Solomon Islands, where the songs of rare birds echo through the dense t ...

Elaine Sia named senior vice provost for academic excellence

January 6, 2025

Elaine Sia has been appointed the inaugural senior vice provost for academic excellence at the Unive ...

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Evolution’s moment of truth

Biologist Al Uy ventures to the South Pacific to answer one of evolution’s biggest mysteries: How do species originate?

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Diversity, 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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Spotlight On...

Eric Heinze, Graduate Student

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I am a second year E2G2 PhD student in the Brisson Lab. I study the microevolutionary patterns of the male pea aphid wing dimorphism, a key model system in the study of plasticity and development...

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