Biology
News & Events
Read below for information on special events, faculty-student collaborations, curriculum changes & alumni success.
Biology News
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Scholarly Perspectives on COVID-19, Part 1: “This Was Only a Matter of Time”
Southwestern microbiologist Martín Gonzalez weighs in on the science of the latest coronavirus.
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It’s Just Not the Same, Part 4
Southwestern faculty reflect on how remote teaching might change how they teach in the classroom when campus life resumes this fall.
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It’s Just Not the Same, Part 2
SU faculty reflect on the challenges—and some unexpected rewards—of moving their classes online.
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Biology Capstone Presentations
Biology majors will present the findings of their Capstones as 5-minute “Inspire” video talks that highlight the context, results and importance of their interests. A live question and answer period (Q&A) will follow each of the Capstone presentations.
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Biology Dept. Fall 2019 Newsletter
BioScope provides news and updates about the Southwestern University Department of Biology. Published on an (semi-)annual basis, the newsletter contains information about faculty-student research, classes, volunteer opportunities and more.
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Researching the Future of Cancer Treatment
Professor of Biology Maria Todd mentors undergraduates while examining the mechanics of how cancer spreads.
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Romi Burks, Ms. Homecoming 2019
The Southwestern University Alumni Association has selected Professor of Biology Romi Burks as the 2019 recipient of their Ms. Homecoming Award. The Ms. Homecoming Award is presented to one faculty member each year as a token of affection and respect of former students.
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The Heart of Research
Phillip Keys ’20, a biochemistry major and biology minor, shares how his high-impact research internship has helped him prepare for medical school.
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Southwestern Students Complete Summer Internships at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Ana Sanchez ’22, Justin McCormack ’20, Megan Melo ’21, and Madison Delmer ’21 reflect on their hands-on internships in the operating room and in the research lab.