NYS Writer's Institute hosts Dr. Marlene Belfort and her new memoir, "Mommy, Can Boys Also be Doctors? A Message to Young Scientists and Other Humans"
The New York State Writer's Institute hosted UAlbany's Marlene Belfort on May 8, 2025 as part of its Visiting Writers series as she introduced her new memoir, "Mommy, Can Boys Also be Doctors? A Message to Young Scientists and Other Humans"
Desire for Patient Connection Inspires Future Doctor’s Spanish Language Journey
UAlbany track and field captain Leann Nicholas is graduating this weekend from UAlbany’s Honors College after majoring in biochemistry and molecular biology and Spanish. The aspiring doctor hopes her Spanish language proficiency will help her establish deeper connections with vulnerable patient populations.
Biology Major Leah Punnoose wins 2025 UAlbany Chancellor's Award
Biology major and Guilderland NY native Leah Punnoose wins UAlbany Chancellor's Award, the highest honor bestowed on a student by the University
Biology Department 42nd Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium
On Friday, April 25, 2025, the Department of Biological Sciences held its 42nd Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium. At UAlbany, undergraduate science students participating in research for credit play a key role in designing experiments, testing hypotheses, conducting experiments, analyzing data, interpreting results, and finally presenting their conclusions. All students fulfill the presentation requirement by participating in either a poster session or an oral presentation during the Annual Research Symposium.
Department of Biological Sciences at 3rd Annual UAlbany Showcase 2025
The University at Albany hosted on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, the Third Annual Showcase Day, an event dedicated to promoting and honoring academic and research achievements. The day featured poster and oral presentations, fairs, performances, discussions, demonstrations, and exhibitions covering a wide array of subjects including STEM, arts and humanities, social sciences, and professional studies. Over 2,200 UAlbany students participated in the event, sharing their research, academic and experiential learning experiences plus creative activities.
Transformational Teaching Celebrated at UAlbany as New Ember Award is Announced
The University at Albany recently recognized faculty members who have gone above and beyond to support students at its annual Spark and Torch Awards ceremony, held April 11 in the Campus Center Multipurpose Room.
UAlbany Faculty Inducted to American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering College of Fellows
Melinda Larsen, Department of Biological Sciences, and Yubing Xie, Department of Nanoscale Science and Engineering, are among the newest members of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering College of Fellows — one of the highest professional distinctions accorded to medical and biological engineers.
UAlbany Researchers Unlock New Capabilities in DNA Nanostructure Self-assembly
RNA Institute scientists are pioneering new methods for designing and assembling DNA nanostructures, enhancing their potential for applications in medicine, materials science and data storage