Department of Biological Sciences

Insect Declines Threaten Ecosystems, but Solutions Offer Hope
Insects, including dung beetles, are essential contributors to our ecosystem, but their populations are facing alarming declines, according to recent research. Âé¶¹¹û¶³ Associate Professor Christie Bahlai, Ph.D., an expert at tracking insect populations, spoke to Nebraska Public Media about the issue.
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‘I Try to Have Fun and Experiment With Different Angles and Depths’
Kent State senior Sydney Weber sees extraordinary images through her lens and an exciting career in her future.
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Rolling Out the (Rain) Barrels to Support Student Programs
A week-long fundraising plant event on campus will benefit the Herrick Conservatory.
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Investigating Nature at Bioblitz 2023
Bioblitz is an annual Kent State event that invites anyone to explore nature and collect data alongside a faculty expert.
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Biological Sciences Researchers Exploring the Role of Brain Hormones in Development
College of Arts & Sciences

Spring Research Forum Topics Include Data Collection in a Noisy World, The Smell of Education and the Social Response to a Disaster
Kent State researchers presented their findings in the RASP Spring Research and Innovation Forum.
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IN A FLASH: Predatory Plants
Some plants on campus are hungry for more than just water and sunlight.
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Student Researcher Spotlight: Thai Nguyen
Chemistry & Biochemistry
Excellence in Undergraduate and Graduate Research Mentorship Awards
Office of Student Research