For 100 years, The TriBeta National Biological Honor Society has been funding the education and research endeavors of students in the biological sciences. Recently, two CNAS students received research grants from the organization in recognition of their honorable research proposals. Abilene Mosher Odessa, Missouri While studying wildlife conservation and management, … [Read more...] about Naming new species and saving the bees
Completing your thesis is a celebration in itself. But being selected for Missouri State University’s Distinguished Thesis Award is an even bigger cause for celebration. The award has four categories: Biological/life sciences. Humanities. Social sciences. Mathematics, physical sciences and engineering. Recently, two CNAS alumni were selected for … [Read more...] about Two CNAS alumni receive MSU Distinguished Thesis Awards
At the North Pole, you may not find Santa. But you’ll find Sarah R. Johnson, ‘05 alumna of Missouri State University. “I have a strong passion for adventures,” she said. “Being able to combine the exploration of places and understanding of how the world works in a place that is so far, so distant and so beyond what I ever expected myself to do, has been unbelievably … [Read more...] about Oh, buoy!
The biology department has gained some worldwide representation. Over the summer, many student and faculty researchers attended conferences around the world to present their research. Portland, Oregon From May 6-10, four students presented their research at the 105th annual meeting of the American Association of Immunologists. Nayeon Son - “Identification of a … [Read more...] about A summer of discoveries
Dr. Sean Maher’s research highlights the connection between animal populations and climate change. The associate professor of biology at Missouri State University has teamed up with student researchers to study changes in mice and rat populations in Missouri habitats, including prairies, glades, and forests. The data taken from these species can be used to provide … [Read more...] about Mice population studies reveal “bellwether for climate change”