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PhD Student Offers New Perspective into Altitudinal Migration
Migration is often referred to as birds flying south to escape the winter, but a lesser-known form of migration, called altitudinal migration, involves animals moving between elevations, such as from a mountain to a valley, based on the season.
Trailblazing in the Andes: Flavia Montano-Centellas Earns Maxwell-Hanrahan Award in Field Biology
Assistant Professor Flavia Montano-Centellas has been selected as one of the recipients of the Maxwell-Hanrahan Award in Field Biology, recognizing her tireless dedication to studying montane biodiversity and species interactions in Bolivia's Andean mountains.
Redpoll Revelation: Uniting Two Birds into One Species
Assistant Professor Nicholas Mason and his collaborators published a groundbreaking paper in 2021 that will soon introduce significant changes to the classification of bird species. Their research, spanning a decade, focuses on the Redpoll, a bird that Mason has studied throughout his career.
Professor Patrick DiMario Named Department of Biological Sciences Interim Chair
The LSU Department of Biological Sciences proudly announces the appointment of Patrick DiMario, PhD, as the new Interim Chair, effective July 1.
Trisha Ball: The Nucleus of LSU's Life Sciences Buildings
If you've ever stepped foot in the Life Sciences Building or Annex at LSU, chances are you've encountered a familiar face - Trisha Ball. Often described as the glue that holds everything together within the bustling academic hubs, she recently received the LSU Staff Stripes Award.
Bringing Knowledge Home: Abdul Ada's Journey to Inspire Mozambican Youth on Climate Change and Sustainability
Abdul Ada, a PhD student, is returning to his roots in Mozambique next spring with an inspiring mission. He will lead a transformative workshop to educate local teenagers on the impacts of climate change on marine communities while encouraging them to pursue their educational aspirations.
Student Spotlight in Kelly Lab
LSU is known for hosting several guest researchers from all across the world in different departments. Dr. Morgan Kelly in the Biological Sciences Department got the opportunity to co-supervise Ambre Placide, a student from Austria's Innsbruck University.
2023-2024 Promotion & Tenure
The Department of Biological Sciences is honored to announce the following two faculty members who received promotion and/or tenure for the 2023-2024 academic school year.
2024 Choppin Honors Convocation Award Winners
At the end of every spring semester, the College of Science and its departments recognize students, faculty and staff who have made significant professional accomplishments and notable contributions to their departments throughout the academic year at the Arthur R. Choppin Honors Convocation.
Two Biological Sciences Students, LAGNiAppE Scholar Receive NSF GRFP
Two Biological Sciences students and one LAGNiAppE scholar have been named 2024 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) Awardees. The five-year fellowship provides three years of financial support for recipients and their research.