Natural Sciences Division

Eric Wagner (MA, English, '04 | PhD, Biology, '11) shares a portion of his book "After The Blast: The Ecological Recovery of Mount St. Helens."

Carl Bergrstrom, biology professor, discusses the panic and misinformation about coronavirus spreading on social media.

Deborah Giles, research scientist at the UW's Center for Conservation Biology, explains why so many Puget Sound gray whales have died recently.

The program was established in 2019 to recognize achievement and extraordinary service to the filed of astronomy.

A new study from the University of Washington has found that experiencing wild nature is important for psychological well-being, especially for those who live in cities.

Lyda Harris, a Biology PhD candidate, is interviewed about microplastics and a new film "Microplastic Madness" screening at the Seattle Children's film festival.

Biology Professor Carl Bergstrom discusses the various responses of countries to coronavirus.

Carl Bergstrom, biology professor, discusses the false information surrounding the coronavirus epidemic.

Chris Laws, senior astronomy lecturer, discusses how the earth's "wobble" could effect zodiac signs.

Victoria Meadows, astronomy professor, explains the utility of new telescope and observatory technology in the search for extraterrestrial life.

Victoria Meadows, astronomy professor, discusses new telescope and observatory technology and how it relates to the search for extraterrestrials.

Biology Professor Dee Boersma, known for her work in penguin conservation, has been nominated for the Indy Prize.

Leonardo DaVinci’s legacy continues to draw interest at the intersection of art and science.

Carl Bergstromm, biology professor, discusses the misinformation about coronavirus, and how it's spreading.

Victoria Meadows, astronomy professor, describes observations planned with the intention of searching for extraterrestrial life.