Biological Sciences (Cell Bio & Genetics track)
Minor: Human Development
Scientists Discover Molten Layer Covering Martian Core

New NASA InSight research reveals a liquid silicate ‘blanket’ wrapped around Mars’ core, leading to new clues about the planet’s evolutionary history and the loss of its potential to sustain life.     

 

Meet Black Scholars in Biology at UMD

Students launched an organization for Black graduate students in the biological sciences.

Unearthing the Ecological Impacts of Cicada Emergences on North American Forests

UMD researchers co-author study that unveils the cascading effects of periodical cicada emergence events on forest ecosystems ahead of an historic convergence of broods set to emerge in spring 2024.

New Study Confirms Presence of Flesh-Eating and Illness-Causing Bacteria in Florida’s Coastal Waters Following Hurricane Ian

UMD senior author Rita Colwell said pathogenic Vibrio bacteria are on the rise due to climate change, and it’s a ‘serious concern.’

Alums Fighting Human Diseases

Learn how our alums are working to improve human health.

Mapping Molecules in the Brain

Colenso Speer creates innovative ways to map the physical layout of brain cells and uses sophisticated new techniques to identify the complex chemical signals that form the intricate circuitry in our brains.

Training the Brain

Melissa Caras is searching for ways to help maintain or improve perceptual skills in the face of aging or disease.

Canceling Cancer With T Cells

Roy Mariuzza is part of a major research effort to make the human body better at fighting cancer.

QuICS Fellow Advocates for Quantum Simulation of Extreme Physics

University of Maryland researchers want to make sure the nascent effort to use quantum computers to simulate the extreme events of the universe continues to thrive.

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