The Waldman lab published a new study in Plos One Learn more about Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome, a rare genetic condition leading to accelerated aging
The Patel and Davis labs published a new study in Disease Models & Mechanisms Learn about the brain defects discovered in mice suffering from dystonia
Dr. Marj Pena awarded an R21 grant from the NIH Funding will support research to to determine if exposure to antibiotics can increase the risk for developing early onset colorectal cancer
Tannaz Mohammadi and Dr. Bert Ely published a new study in the journal Microorganisms Discover new bacterial strains isolated from soil and plant roots at USC
Nayan Mallick and Dr. Josh Stone published a new study in the Journal of Plankton Research Learn more about the impact temperature has on copepod community
Summer internship paves way for biology major’s healthcare dreams During the summer months, many students find time to explore their interests, from traveling and resting to summer classes and internships. For Shyam Ganesh Babu, this summer brought him the chance to get ahead on his career goals.
SEOE professor selected to lead Society for the Study of Evolution Professor Carol Boggs, a renowned biologist and USC professor, has been elected president of the Society for the Study of Evolution, a leading professional society in evolutionary biology.
Drs. Shannon Pipes, Rick Lovell and Katie Kathrein published a new study in Microbiology Open Discover the human pathogen Vibrio vulnificus
Dr. Tad Dallas receives another grant from the NSF Funding will support research on one of the largest host-parasite databases in existence
Cleber Ten Caten receives the Cindy and Dan Carson Best Graduate Student Paper of the Year Award Discover how species distribution models are used to answer macroecological and biogeographic questions.
Dr. Tad Dallas receives a grant from the NSF Funding will support research on fluctuating populations
The Kathrein lab published a new study in iScience Discover a novel mechanism that controls the activation state of hematopoietic stem cells
The Hilbish lab published a new study in Molecular Ecology Learn more about gene plasticity in hybrids
Drs. David Wethey and Sarah Woodin published a new study in Remote Sensing Learn more about high spatial resolution sea surface temperature retrievals
The Hilbish lab published a new study in Ecology and Evolution Discover how hybrid zones can persist for indefinite periods
Dr. Melissa Ellermann awarded an R01 grant from the NIH Funding will support research on colonization resistance in the gut
Cleber Ten Caten and Dr. Tad Dallas published a new study in the Journal of Animal Ecology Learn more about plant-frugivore interactions across different latitudes
The Davis lab published a new study in Genome Medicine Discover how mice with pituitary malformations help identify human cases of hypopituitarism
USC biologist revives historic moth and butterfly collection What started as a hobby taking photos of butterflies at a community garden gave Allie Fletcher a jumpstart to a future in ecology research. Now, she's helping build one of the largest single-site insect databases in the country, while discovering and identifying species never documented in South Carolina.
Drs. Kristen Hogan, Andy Schumpert, and Amanda Zeigler receive a CIEL grant Funds provide support for developing or revising a course that provides students with the opportunity to engage in beyond the classroom experiences.
Honors College student wins Truman Scholarship Reese Lycan embodies the spirit of the Truman Scholarship. With an eye on becoming a physician, the Honors College junior from Lexington, Kentucky, also wants to advocate for better health care access, particularly for low-income residents of rural Appalachia.
Biology major's research experiences inspire her to help others When Vrutti Patel transferred to the University of South Carolina, she wanted to expand her horizons and get out of her comfort zone. In pursuit of her goal, the fourth-year biological sciences major has participated in undergraduate research and gotten involved with the on-campus organization the Alliance for Women in STEM.
Darren Manuela and Dr. Mingli Xu published a new study in the Journal of Experimental Botany Learn more about the growth of bracts, the leaves subtending the flowers
Nikita Kirkise, Graham McLaughlin and Katelyn Rygel awarded a SPARC Graduate Research Grant Sponsored by the Office of the Vice President for Research, the SPARC Graduate Research Grant is a merit-based award designed to ignite research and creative excellence across all disciplines at USC.
Dr. Tim Mousseau and colleagues published a new study in PNAS Discover what happened to worms in Chernobyl!
Drs. Kristiaan Merritt and Tammi Richardson published a new study in the Journal of Phycology Discover the multiple colors of cryptophytes
The Armstrong lab published a new study in Developmental Biology Discover the mechanisms by which adipose nutrient sensing remote controls the ovary.
Dr. Dan Speiser and colleagues published a new study in Science Learn more about the evolution of visual systems
Ymani Wright and Dr. Alissa Armstrong published a study in microPublication Biology Discover where amino acid transporters are present in Drosophila
Dr. Tammi Richardson receives the 2024 SEC Faculty Achievement Award The award recognizes faculty from SEC member universities with outstanding records in research and scholarship.
Drs. Stephanie Ackerson and Trey Franklin receive a Two Thumbs Up Award This award recognizes faculty and staff members who have made a difference for students with disabilities.
Biology research course brings fresh perspectives into undergraduate research Last semester, when Adara “Auden” Grant enrolled in the Research in Biology course to fulfill lab requirements for their major, they discovered a supportive community and gained confidence in their research skills through BIOL 498, a student-driven course offering hands-on research experience and individualized support for up to 15 undergraduates.
Congratulations to our new Magellan scholars! The Magellan Scholars program was created to enrich the academic experience of our undergraduates through research opportunities in all disciplines.
Biology major reflects on his experience with the SC Internship Program Keynan Kennedy, a fourth-year biological student in the College of Arts and Science, walks us through his experience with the South Carolina Internship Program while he reflects on his journey at the university.
