Research and discovery are the hallmarks of an academic experience in Biological Sciences at the University of Denver. Undergraduate and graduate students work side-by-side with a faculty mentors.

Undergraduates may choose from five majors and two specialty concentrations.  These options reflect the diverse applications and career opportunities for students of the life sciences.

Graduate students in the MS and PhD programs perform original research in their chosen field beginning in the first year.  Curriculum and research options are selected either in Cell & Molecular Biology or Ecology & Evolution.

The intellectual growth and achievements of our students are fostered by distinguished faculty who are committed to both teaching and scholarship. The collective endeavors of our students and faculty are supported by state-of-the-art laboratories and classrooms.

Seminars - 4:00 pm - OLIN 105 (unless otherwise indicated)

May 7 - 3:00 pm - Olin 205 - Thesis Defense - "Nutraceutical antioxidants and their therapeutic potential in neurodegeneration" - Erika Ross

May 14 - 12:00 pm - BAUD 101 - Thesis Defense - "Connexin-32 & Connexin-43 Immunoreactivity in Rat Circumvallate Taste Buds" - Amanda Bond

May 15 - 10:00 am - Olin 205 - Thesis Defense - "Dopamine beta-hydroxylase and norepinephrine transporter immunoreactivity in rat taste buds" - Jenna Walton

May 16 - 2:00 pm - Olin 205 - Thesis Defense - "Estradiol modulation of calcium dynamics in pituitary MMQ lactotroph cells" - Monika Pauckova