Biological & Environmental Sciences
Learn to lead and confront the challenges of preserving and enhancing human and environmental health as you explore the dynamic complexities of the natural world through our innovative curriculum and close collaboration with our expert, friendly faculty.
Our small classes promote an engaged experience and a deep understanding of the latest scientific ideas and discoveries.
News
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Biology students authored the first ever publication on diversity and distribution of Virginia crayfish
January 21, 2022
Biology students and faculty cataloged the freshwater crayfish diversity in the Appomattox River basin for the first time with recognition of two crayfish species new to science.
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Dr. Pennington publishes findings that identify new opportunities for the development of anti-cancer drugs.
November 15, 2021
Cells tightly regulate signaling and gene expression patterns to maintain health and viability. When those patterns are disrupted, disease processes such as cancer can develop. The oncoprotein PTOV1 promotes cancer traits such as cell proliferation,
