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The Department of Biology is one of the premier teaching and research units on campus. Building a strong foundation in biology opens the door to a myriad of academic and career paths in the health and environmental science industries.

Recent news from the Department of Biology

Emily Carlson swims to the surface of Lake Tahoe in her scuba gear.

The Tahoe Environmental Observatory Network goes live

Tahoe has always told a story through its waters, its wildlife and its seasons; scientists now have the tools to listen closely and act on what they hear

The foreground shows a bright reddish-brown river, with a lush riverbank in the background.

Experiences of the Pack: Rivers remember mining, long after the mines close

Stefan Lovgren reports on the impacts of mining on rivers worldwide

A large moth against a white background.

Biology professor launches new scientific journal to record lost species

The journal is open-access and designed to reflect global biodiversity trends