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By Tetyana Dovbnya & Jayse Rednour Originally from the small town of Blacklick, Ohio, Chris Keener may seem like an average college student, but only at first glance. He studies on the fourth floor of Alden Library, stops at the Union Street Diner frequently enough that his order is known […]

The hallway of the Life Sciences Building was abuzz with conversation on Oct. 17 as Biological Sciences faculty members and students presented posters based on their research to students in the department. This annual research fair, hosted by Ohio University’s TriBeta (Beta Beta Beta) chapter, fair provides an opportunity for faculty […]

By Amanda Biederman An estimated 8 percent of women will use antidepressants during pregnancy, according to recent studies. In the past several years, researchers have been interested in the effect of antidepressants on offspring neuronal development. Mary Gemmel, a fifth-year Ph.D. student in Biological Sciences, argues that the direct effect […]

Over the last two months, Ohio University’s newest undergraduate Biological Sciences students have taken their first college exams, completed their first laboratory experiments, and submitted their first college-level assignments. For some students, adjustment to college can be challenging. Biological Sciences has several programs to help support new students by providing […]

By Andrea Gibson and Philip Barnes Hearing loss. Birth defects. Cancer. What do these medical problems have in common? Two Ohio University biology researchers think that one tiny protein in the body may play a key role in regulating these issues. Dr. Mark Berryman, Associate Professor of Biomedical Sciences, and […]

Two College of Arts & Sciences professors—Dr. Ryan Fogt and Dr. Soichi Tanda—have been named among the 2015-16 University Professor awardees. The program recognizes outstanding teaching at Ohio University and benefits faculty and students alike. The selection process begins with nominations from the student body. Since its founding in 1970, […]

Biological Sciences students present their honors theses April 16-25. Outstanding College of Arts & Sciences students can earn departmental honors by conducting undergraduate research or projects with faculty mentors, complete with a thesis. Read more about departmental honors. Dr. Janet Duerr is Director of the Biological Sciences Honors Program. Dr. […]