biology

ISU robot helps keep biology research moving forward

In contrast to safety limitations for humans, a robot at Iowa State University continues to toil away in its laboratory, oblivious to the coronavirus outbreak. Read More

April 23, 2020

Toni Sleugh selected as 2019 Ernest F. Hollings Undergraduate Scholar

The competitive national award will help Sleugh pursue her passion for marine biology. Read More

November 8, 2019

Peters named Roy J. Carver Professor in Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology

Award recognizes his innovative biomolecular research that impacts both human and plant health. Read More

September 11, 2019

Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust’s Commitment of $3.5 Million will advance biomolecular research at Iowa State University

The Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust of Muscatine, Iowa, has committed more than $3.5 million to transform biomolecular research at Iowa State University. Read More

February 28, 2019

Iowa State students chosen to present at national undergraduate research conference

Twelve LAS students will present their research at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research, held April 4-7 at the University of Central Oklahoma. Read More

March 28, 2018

Iowa State students find plenty of opportunities on path to medical school

LAS College is part of Iowa State's strong support system for pre-med and pre-health students. Read More

February 6, 2018

Unravelling ancient mysteries in sycamore fig DNA

Natalie Vance ('18 biology) extracts DNA from the sycamore fig to uncover its evolutionary history. Read More

January 16, 2018

Science Bound served as the springboard for biology grad’s adventure

First-generation Iowa State graduate Grace Ansah fell in love with biology, and plans to go to medical school -- with a side trip to her family's homeland in Ghana first. Read More

December 11, 2017