A path less taken
Claudia Schmidt-Dannert receives major research funding from Open Philanthropy Project.
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Research
At the College of Biological Sciences we learn biology by doing biology, and our faculty are on the cutting edge of research and discovery in the field. Here you will find a collection of news, features and opportunities concerning research at CBS.
Thanks for a great year!
From the return of bison to Cedar Creek to welcoming our largest-ever incoming class and breaking ground on a new conservatory, 2018 was an eventful year here at the College of Biological Sciences. Thank you to the College of Biological Sciences community for sharing in the memories!
Mighty Oaks, Mighty Answers
Abundant, diverse, and well studied, oaks are a valuable tool for understanding how ecology and evolution interact to shape the natural world—and how species can adapt to changes ahead.
There and back again
Aaron Engelhart launches new project to work with high school students on RNA folding in space through unique return mission.
Murray Jensen and colleagues aim to create mixed-reality STEM education tool
BTL faculty member and partners receive award to develop tools to encourage students to study health sciences.
Checking in With Dean Forbes - December 2018
First, let me take this opportunity to say once again what outstanding faculty we have here at the College of Biological Sciences. Case in point, Clarivate Analytics recently published its 2018 Highly Cited Researchers list. Of the 21 University of Minnesota faculty listed, seven are associated with CBS.
Call for Proposals for Itasca Seed-to-Root Grants
Itasca Biological Station and Laboratories recently launched a call for proposals for seed grants for future research projects at the field station. These seed grants aim to spark new scientific inquiry and research at the field station and facilitate preliminary, higher risk efforts focused in up-and-coming creative spaces (e.g., techniques, emerging theory). Field stations, however, focus on places with particular qualities amenable to sustaining longer-term research.
Grand Challenges in Biology Postdoctoral Program Accepting Applications
The Grand Challenges in Biology Postdoctoral Program is now accepting applications for the 2019 cohort. Please read the description below for information on the program. For further information or to apply, please visit the University of Minnesota Job Board and search for job ID 327711.
Checking in with Dean Forbes -- November 2018
I recently completed my three-year review for Provost Hanson. I was asked to describe my leadership philosophy, evaluate my achievements and identify barriers. Putting this document together reminded me once again just how fortunate I am to lead this College.
Brown rot, green energy
Researchers are tracking down the genetic roots of a process that could lead to more efficient production of biomass fuels.
