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Professor Mindy Larsen (Williams-Raycheff Endowed Professor and Chair of the UAlbany Department of Biological Sciences) was honored as one of The Capital Region’s “20 Outstanding Women,” an award recognizing women who go above and beyond to make their communities a better place to live.

The Department of Biological Sciences is honored to announce that Dr. Christine Gervasi has been selected as a Distinguished Nominee for the Ember Award. The Ember Award recognizes those individuals who promote engagement, support community, and ensure that students feel supported throughout their time at UAlbany.

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University at Albany mourns the passing of Dr. Colin S. Izzard who died on March 4, 2026 at his residence with his family by his side. A scientist, educator, colleague, and friend, Colin contributed to the study of cell motility and to the development of imaging methods that changed how scientists observe living cells at the microscopic level.

Biology Department Alumna Cathleen Schiraldi highlights UAlbany Women's Day Celebration recounting her professional journey from her studies at UAlbany to her work at Regeneron

Department of Biological Sciences Associate Professor Annalisa Scimemi discusses her brain research and how that research relates to dementia in the UAlbany podcast "The Short Version"

For Sethri Asamoah-Nani ’27, education isn't just a stepping stone. It was a foundation in his home in Ghana, where learning, discipline and community were central values.

UAlbany Professors Thomas Begley and Marlene Belfort present a comprehensive but highly readable and approachable overview of RNA and its role in genetics in "The Conversation"

Early-career STEM researchers shared their work as part of the Graduate Pathway for Scholars program at a presentation and awards ceremony held last week. The growing program aims to encourage students who receive their PhDs in STEM fields at UAlbany to return as faculty members later in their careers.