The Department of Biology provides training for both undergraduate and graduate students. The strongest areas of training in the program are in Animal Behavior, Cell and Developmental Biology, Computational Biology, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Neurobiology, Physiology, and Plant Biotechnology. In addition, the Department is closely affiliated with other divisions such as the School of Medicine and the Case School of Engineering at Case Western Reserve University. Cooperative programs outside of Case, including the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, and the Holden Arboretum allow for students to have a variety of resources at hand. Research in the department is primarily conducted in one of three focus areas: Cell and Developmental Biology, Neurobiology and Neuromechanical Systems, or Evolution and Ecology. This focus framework allows faculty to build on common research interests. Mentored teaching and research programs with faculty and students foster a strong educational environment in the Department.
Bio-Neuroscience Student Alex Flores Awarded for Excellent Presentation
Two weeks ago Alex Flores, a Junior Researcher from the Atit Lab, had the amazing opportunity to attend ABRCMS (Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritized Scientists) along with 5,627 other attendees in Phoenix, Arizona! His travel was funded by the Undergraduate Research Office (SOURCE) and he was granted an...
Multiple Biology Faculty Recognized as Distinguished “Faculty Career Champions”
Senior Instructors for the department Rich Drushel, Sue Burden Gulley, and Barb Kuemerle have been recognized by the Case Career Center as "Faculty Career Champions" for advising and support for students in preparing for their careers after graduation. This award event focused on faculty who have served as practicum...
Biology’s Own Dr. Rebecca Benard Named Interim Dean of Undergraduate Advising
As of November 1, 2023, Biology Instructor and Associate Dean in the College of Arts and Sciences Dr. Rebecca Benard has begun serving as the Interim Dean of Undergraduate Advising while a national search is conducted. She comes into the position with a wealth of teaching and administrative experience...
JOB ALERT: The Department of Biology is Seeking Asst. Professor in Neurobiology
Our Neuro group is looking to welcome another faculty member to the mix! The Biology Department has officially started their search for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to develop an independent research program in the area of neuroethology. The successful candidate’s research, teaching, and mentoring will...
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Department of Biology Newsletter 2019
Click here to read the most recent department newsletter (2018/2019)