Welcome to the UK Department of Biology! The department offers rigorous M.S. and Ph.D. programs that prepare students for successful research, academic and professional careers in the life sciences.
Vincent Cassone Department Chair
The Department of Biology will host these upcoming special seminars during the academic school year...
Marti Robinson's research investigates the chemosensory abilities of two species of crayfish, and the scholarship provides $19,300 over 14 months to support her scientific research project under the faculty mentorship of Robin Cooper.
The Department of Biology is a leader in the Appalachian Math Science Partnership, which exists to improve resources and training for underserved teachers and students in Eastern Kentucky and Appalachia.
Sonya Bierbower's research into how an organism can hijack the central nervous system of another organism, caused her to track down Robin Cooper at a conference because she knew he was doing some interesting work with neuromodulation.... more
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