biological sciences

Dec 13, 2018

College Textbooks Largely Overlook the Most Common Animals

Recent research found that biology textbooks devote less than 1 percent of their text to discussing insects, which make up more than 60 percent of animal species.

Dec 5, 2018

Soft Tissue Shows Jurassic Ichthyosaur Was Warm-Blooded, Had Blubber and Camouflage

Research published in Nature describes what soft-tissue analysis reveals about an ancient, dolphin-like marine reptile.

Nov 8, 2018

Q&A: Understanding and Avoiding Harmful Environmental Chemicals

In this Q&A, find out from biologist Heather Patisaul what everyday products might pose a danger to your health.

Nov 5, 2018

Researchers Identify Promising Proteins for ALS Diagnosis and Prognosis

A team led by an NC State researcher with ALS has discovered new links between particular proteins and this deadly disease.

Oct 17, 2018

Alumni Profile: A Path Well Taken

NC State and the Park Scholars program shaped the path taken by biological sciences alumnus Josh Sawyer.

Oct 9, 2018

Goodnight Spotlight: Gabriella Mamlouk

Biological sciences student Gabriella Mamlouk '19 has truly done it all in the Goodnight Scholars Program.

Oct 1, 2018

Sciences Student’s Family Named NC State Family of the Year

The family of biological sciences senior Abby Verchick was honored at the Sept. 29 NC State football game.

Aug 20, 2018

Remembering Jennifer

A memorial fund has been established to honor biological sciences student Jennifer Cantu, who died tragically in May at age 27.

Jun 29, 2018

Researchers Find Connection Between Genes, Response to Environmental Chemicals

NC State research findings are a starting point to confirm that individuals may react differently to chemicals in the environment based on genetic profile.

Jun 29, 2018

Researchers Find Vitamin D Receptor Is Target for Disruption by Environmental Chemicals

New NC State research sheds light on the ways in which environmental chemicals can affect vitamin D receptors.