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New Grants Support Research on Myotonic Dystrophy and ALS in the Berglund Lab
Two University at Albany researchers working in the Berglund Lab at the RNA Institute have received new funding to support projects focusing on myotonic dystrophy and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
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Scimemi Lab Explores Early Alzheimer’s Progression, how our Internal Clock Affects Learning and Memory
Associate Professor Annalisa Scimemi works at the intersection of neuroscience and public health. Surrounded by an interdisciplinary team, Scimemi is working to understand how shifts in brain activity — driven by disease or time of day — shape the way our brains work and how we behave.
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Noteworthy: Research grants, awards and publications
The latest developments on University at Albany faculty and staff who are receiving research grants, awards and other noteworthy attention.
Prof Bergman congratulates student
Department of Biological Sciences Congratulates 2024-2025 Graduates
The Department of Biological Sciences extends deepest congratulations to all 2024-2025 graduates, and we wish you the best with your future endeavors. We also express our deepest gratitude to the faculty, staff, students, family members, and volunteers whose dedication and support contributed to the success of this year's UAlbany’s graduation ceremonies.
Marlene Belfort at NYS Writers Institute May 2025
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"
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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.
Chancellor's award winner and Biology Major Leah Punnoose
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
Gaby Valdeivieso and Dr. Farnsworth at Biological Symposium
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.