Department of Biology

Carl Bergstrom, professor of biology, discusses his research on "deepfakes" and a class he co-teaches about spotting misinformation.

Jeffrey Riffell, professor of biology explains how new research shows that orchids could be used as mosquito repellant.

Biology Professor Janneke Hille Ris Lambers discusses community scientists and the important role they play in collecting consistent data on changing ecosystems.

Biology Professor Jeffery Riffell explain why mosquitos are so drawn to flowers.

Carl Bergstrom, professor of biology, discusses the role social media can play in spreading politically-charged misinformation.

Abigail Swann, associate professor of biology, details the connection between the climate crisis and forest fires.

Biology Professor Daniel Schindler discusses the impact of a proposed Alaskan mine.

Six faculty members, including Biology Professor Julia Parrish, have been named fellows in the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

University of Washington faculty studied the effects of the Seattle school district's later school start time policy, finding that students got more sleep with later start times.

Dr. Peter Dunwiddie, affiliate professor of biology, discusses how "small scale attempts at outdoor engagement can have meaningful effects."

Curators at the Burke Museum are also academic faculty, which translates to unparalleled opportunities for UW students.

Some College of Arts & Sciences units also rank in the top 10. 

UW Biology Professor Adam Summers and Doctoral student Karly Cohen are on a team researching when and how piranhas replace old dull teeth for new ones. 

Affiliate Professor of Biology Sue Moore has explored how the interplay between scientific and indigenous knowledge can deepen our understanding of the world.

Check out how a team from UW including Biology faculty Adam Summers is working to create a more effective suction cup.