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- "The population genetics of biological noise"April 25, 2025 — 3 p.m.Dewey Hall, Room 2110D
- “Neuronal triglyceride metabolism regulates sex differences in energy homeostasis”May 5, 2025 — NoonHutchinson Hall, Room 140, Lander Auditorium
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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?
Continue ReadingDiversity, 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.
Spotlight On...
Josiah Bowers, Research Technician
I am currently a technician in the Larracuente Lab, where we study a male meiotic drive system in drosophila called segregation distorter...