Biology
Our graduates are well-prepared for careers, professional schools or graduate schools.
We offer a bachelor of science, a combined bachelor plus master of science, a master of science and a doctor of philosophy in biology. Undergraduate students can choose biomedical science or ecological/environmental science. The undergraduate programs emphasize scientific knowledge and theory partnered with hands-on experience in the laboratory and in the field. Biology majors enjoy individualized attention from our faculty and are encouraged to participate in undergraduate research opportunities with them.
Biology at UD
The Department of Biology at the University of Dayton has a lot to offer, and we invite you to learn more about it.
Learn about Bachelor of Science degrees in the University of Dayton College of Arts and Sciences. We offer more than 15 majors in the natural sciences.
Learn about Bachelor of Science degrees in the University of Dayton College of Arts and Sciences. We offer more than 15 majors in the natural sciences.
COVID 19: Science to the Rescue
University of Dayton graduate students in the fall 2020 Biomedical Graduate Student Seminar discuss scientific facts about the SARS-CoV-2 virus and the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID 19: Science to the Rescue
University of Dayton graduate students in the fall 2020 Biomedical Graduate Student Seminar discuss scientific facts about the SARS-CoV-2 virus and the COVID-19 pandemic.
The National Science Foundation has awarded University of Dayton biologist Thomas Williams with a four-year, $1,036,507 grant.
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University of Dayton biologist Yvonne Sun was selected for Drexel University’s Executive Leadership in Academic Technology, Engineering and Science.
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A University of Dayton biomedical engineer is the lead author of a study detailing a new strategy to restore damaged umbilical cord stem cells.
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