Genetic Mutation Prompts ‘Deadbeat Dad’ Fish to Start Raising Their Offspring

UMD biologists identified a pheromone receptor that controls parenting behavior in African cichlid fish.

Kids Jump into Science at UMD

Departments in the College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences host summer camps for K-12 students.

Exploring the Role of Protein Synthesis in Health

Cell biologist Lanny Ling investigates how errors in the process can either harm organisms or help them survive.

On the Right Tract: Brantley Hall Studies the Gut Microbiome, Gastrointestinal Diseases

The Hall Lab develops novel tools that can measure gut microbes in real time.

Investigating Heredity Beyond DNA

Antony Jose looks for answers about heritability, including how traits change without changes in DNA.

Adam Porter Tapped to Co-Lead the University of Maryland Institute for Health Computing

He brings 35-plus years of experience in computer science and software engineering to the role.

Evan Economo Joins UMD to Chair the Department of Entomology

He is currently dean of faculty affairs and professor at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University in Japan.

Astronomy Associate Research Scientist Patrick Whelley Answers Questions About the Moon

The College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences hosted a Reddit Ask-Me-Anything spotlighting research on the moon's composition.

Four Science Terps Attend 73rd Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting

Physics alums and graduate students were selected to join the prestigious Lindau Meeting and interact with prominent scientists.

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