Department of Biological Sciences
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Posted February 2, 2013
Dr. Tom Knight, Associate Professor of Biology, died unexpectedly on 27 January 2013. A plant physiologist who also taught courses in cell and molecular biology as well as introductory biology, Dr. Knight impacted many students during his 23 years on the USM faculty. A celebration of Tom's life will be held on Monday, 11 February 2013, 4-6 PM in the University Events Room on the 7th floor of Glickman Library on the Portland campus. Students, faculty, and the entire USM community are invited to attend.
Posted December 7, 2012
Students in the USM Premedical & Health Student Society student club met with Ann Conley, a nurse practitioner at USM Health and Counseling Services, to learn about health career opportunities during the group's weekly meeting on Nov. 28th.
Posted November 26, 2012
Dr. Ben Smith (B.S. Biology, 2004) published his research in Science, the top scientific journal in the U.S. His work focused on migration of germ cells across tight junctions in the testis.
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It's never too early to start thinking about your life after graduation! USM Biology faculty engage in a variety of research projects, and many of us welcome undergraduate students to work with us, which provides you with valuable experience for work or graduate school. Browse the list of faculty (under People) and research activity (under Research) and contact someone whose interests align with your own. It just might be the most rewarding part of your college experience!
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