biological sciences
BugFest
NC State scientists will participate in this daylong celebration of the fascinating world of bugs.
Remembering Jennifer
A memorial fund has been established to honor biological sciences student Jennifer Cantu, who died tragically in May at age 27.
A Scientist Loose in America’s Library: Studying Astrobiology at the Library of Congress
Hear from Lucianne Walkowicz, chair of astrobiology at the Library of Congress and an astronomer at the Adler Planetarium in Chicago, about the search for and study of life in the universe.
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.
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.
NC State Lands $1 Million Grant to Support Transfer and First-Year Students in the Life Sciences
The grant from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute will improve advising, mentoring, courses and research experiences.
Two NC State Scientists Honored With Goodnight Innovation Distinguished Professorships
The professorships were made possible by a gift from longtime NC State supporters Jim and Ann Goodnight.
Statistician Wright Named Goodnight Innovation Distinguished Professor
The professorship was made possible by a gift from longtime NC State supporters Jim and Ann Goodnight.
Researcher to Study GenX Exposure in Cape Fear Fish, Alligators
An NC State toxicologist will study GenX exposure in striped bass, catfish and alligators that inhabit the Cape Fear River watershed.
Biological Sciences Spring Graduation
Join us for the graduation ceremony for the Biological Sciences, Genetics, Microbiology, Toxicology and Zoology programs.