News and Events – Department of Biology

Abisola Folorunso’s Volunteer Work Featured in Case Western Reserve University Magazine

November 5, 2025

Abisola Folorunso, a Biology PhD student in the Burns Lab, was recently featured in Case Western Reserve University Magazine for her commitment to community service. Her story highlights how volunteering enriches both her academic and personal journey at Case Western Reserve University. You can read the full story HERE. Great work, Abisola!

Emmitt Jolly Interviewed for Why? with Emma Kennedy

October 20, 2025
Emmitt Jolly, interview, Why? with Emma Kennedy

Professor Emmitt Jolly was recently interviewed for the Apple Podcast Why? with Emma Kennedy. The October 8th episode titled "Why everything you think about parasites is wrong" explores the deeper truth behind the recoil-inducing organisms. You can listen to the episode HERE.

Beautiful Bug Brains – Biology Does Outreach!

October 20, 2025

Sunday October 19th, the Wolff Lab participated in outreach at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History with their event "Beautiful Bug Brains"!

Aruni Kadawatha Wins Hackathon Award

October 8, 2025
Aruni Kadawatha, hackathon

PhD Candidate Aruni Kadawatha participated in the first-ever hackathon organized by the Society for Ecological Restoration (SER). Her team included six members from different countries, including the United States, Canada, Indonesia, and Singapore. Together, they developed an Integrated Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) Kit for Riparian Restoration, which combines...

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