Tag: biological sciences
New mathematical model illustrates link between energy use and aging
Why does a Great Dane have a shorter lifespan than a pug? The answer lies in a complex relationship between energy usage and lifespan. That relationship is quickly being unraveled through the use of numerical modeling by a researcher at Missouri University of Science and Technology.
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Missouri S&T to renovate Schrenk Hall
Missouri University of Science and Technology plans to renovate a portion of Schrenk Hall, the building that houses Missouri S&T’s biological sciences and chemistry departments, in part through state capital improvement funding.
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Huang named interim chair of biological sciences
Dr. Yue-Wern Huang, professor of biological sciences at Missouri University of Science and Technology, has been named interim chair of biological sciences. The appointment takes effect July 1.
Read More »Missouri S&T students to host Fitness Fun Day for area kids
A group of biological sciences seniors at Missouri University of Science and Technology will host Fitness Fun Day to offer area children an opportunity to get active and learn about the importance of nutrition and exercise.
Read More »Frank receives Governor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching
Dr. Ronald L. Frank, associate professor of biological sciences at Missouri S&T, has won the 2013 Governor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching. Each year, the Governor’s Award is presented to one faculty member at each institution of higher education in Missouri. This year’s recipients were honored by Gov. Jay Nixon during an April 3 luncheon […]
Read More »Missouri S&T students learn nanobiotechnology in Taiwan
Pairing quantum dots with a protein transporter, a group of students from Missouri University of Science and Technology hopes to develop a more effective and efficient drug delivery method.
Read More »Mormile named 2008 Missouri S&T Woman of the Year
Dr. Melanie Mormile, associate professor of biological sciences at Missouri University of Science and Technology, has been named Missouri S&T’s 2008 Woman of the Year.
Read More »UMR biologist named national microbiology scholar-in- residence
Dr. David J. Westenberg, associate professor of biological sciences at the University of Missouri-Rolla, has been selected for the American Society for Microbiology Scholars-in-Residence Program. He is one of 13 biology educators in the nation to be selected.
Read More »UMR student group sponsors walk for cystic fibrosis
The University of Missouri-Rolla SCRUBS, a group of students from UMR’s pre-professional health care majors, are planning a five-kilometer run/walk to raise funds for cystic fibrosis research.
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