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Cultivating Discovery
A new video shows how we are giving the next generation of scientists a head start by empowering them to do original research as undergraduates.
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Skull specializations allow bats to feast on their fellow vertebrates
Biologists at the University of Washington and the Burke Museum of History and Culture are shedding light on so-called “carnivorous bats.” -
Greenhouse Plants on the Move
UW Biology’s rare and diverse plant collection is moving to a temporary greenhouse space donated by Amazon during the construction of the new Life Sciences Complex.
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On World Penguin Day, some cause for celebration
They're cute, charming, and quirky, and in some parts of the world, the birds are getting the love they deserve. -
Marine preserve to help penguins in a ‘predictably unpredictable’ place
Biology Professor Dee Boersma applauding new regulations by the government of Ecuador. -
Big honors to A&S in UW Awards of Excellence
The University of Washington has announced this year’s Awards of Excellence recipients, several come from the College of Arts & Sciences.
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A Prize for the Penguin Protector
Biology professor Dee Boersma is a finalist for the Indianapolis Prize, the highest honor for animal conservationists.
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Why does a penguin visit a Brazilian fisherman every year?
UW Biology's Dee Boersma discusses the unusual bond between humans and penguins. -
Your dog could live a longer, healthier life thanks to UW researchers
UW Biology and Pathology Professor Daniel Promislow speak about his new research on canine health and vitality. -
The World's Smallest Penguin May Be In Danger
Dee Boersma discusses declines in Magellanic penguins in Argentina. -
Four UW scientists awarded Sloan Fellowships for early-career research
The group includes three Arts & Sciences professors: Bingni Brunton, Matthew McQuinn, and Christopher Laumann. -
Study: men think their male classmates are smarter, even when they're not
New research suggests male students are also biased toward their male peers. This can undermine women's confidence and make them feel less included in their field. -
DNA tests conducted by researchers from the University of Washington helped bring down one of Africa’s biggest kingpins in the illegal elephant ivory trade.
Dr. Sam Wasser, head of UW’s Center for Conservation Biology provides the latest updates on his work in Africa. -
Men and women give different answers when asked who’s the smartest in class
Dan Grunspan was studying the habits of undergraduates when he noticed a persistent trend: Male students assumed their male classmates knew more about course material than female students. -
Study: Male biology students consistently underestimate female peers
The researchers say bias in the classroom could be mitigated through measures like randomized calling during class and creating small-group discussions that are less intimidating.