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Amanda Larracuente says centromeres could be ‘hotspots’ for evolutionary innovation

December 11, 2024

“We’re really excited about this work,” says Amanda Larracuente, the Nathaniel and ...

iGem students use bacteria to create clean energy

December 6, 2024

In October, the team—called Team CyanoVolt—submitted their research to the 2024 Internat ...

Vera Gorbunova compares gene sequences across species to understand aging and dementia

October 22, 2024

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Undergraduate students use bacteria to create clean energy

A University of Rochester team harnessed bacteria to capture carbon dioxide and generate energy.

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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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Jack Cutting, Graduate Student

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My project looks at aging, and how it’s different in shorter lived and longer-lived species...

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