Biology Research Opportunities
Immerse yourself in intensive, hands-on research that’s central to your academic and professional development. With lab coat on and field gear in hand, take an active role in real scientific investigation, collecting data, testing hypotheses, and solving complex biological problems alongside expert faculty.
Our state-of-the-art labs and specialized field stations, both on and off campus, are equipped with the advanced tools and technologies used by today’s top researchers. Don’t just observe science in action, drive it forward.
Every project, every experiment will sharpen your technical skills, deepen your critical thinking, and prepare you for the high demands of graduate study, medical school, or a career at the forefront of biology.
BIO 403: Undergraduate Research
If you're a motivated junior or senior majoring in biology, this course is your chance to take research to the next level. From building your own hypothesis to leading a full investigation, you’ll get hands-on experience every step of the way. Work one-on-one with faculty mentors and tackle a project that’s all about your goals, your interests, and your future.
To enroll, you must have completed at least 20 credit hours in biology with a minimum 3.0 GPA. You are expected to meet with a faculty member by the midpoint of the preceding semester to design a faculty-approved research proposal. Registration requires a formal research contract and departmental chair approval.