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.
Dr. Rich Drushel Recognized as a Distinguished “Faculty Career Champion”
Senior Instructor for the department Dr. Rich Drushel has been recognized by the Case Career Center as a "Faculty Career Champion" for his advising and support for students in preparing for their careers after graduation. This award event focused on faculty who have served as practicum advisors multiple times,...
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...
Work Done with Prof. Karen Abbott and Other Collaborators from the Herbivory Variability Network has Just Been Published in Science!
The article "Plant size, latitude, and phylogeny explain within-population variability in herbivory" was recently published in Science this past week on November 9th by the Herbivory Variability Network, an NSF funded research coordination network. Dr. Karen Abbott explains a little about this research: This is the first characterization of global patterns...
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Department of Biology Newsletter 2019
Click here to read the most recent department newsletter (2018/2019)