Guiding Students Toward Bigger Goals
We prioritize providing you with a comprehensive understanding of modern biological sciences. Our B.S. in Biological Sciences curriculum includes interdisciplinary courses such as chemistry, physics, scientific writing, and statistics to prepare you for advanced biology courses and your future career. Our capstone course focuses on inquiry-based scientific discovery, providing you with the opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills to real-world problems. We also offer ample opportunities for you to engage in undergraduate research in a faculty laboratory, allowing you to gain practical experience and develop critical thinking skills. Our goal is to ensure that you are well-prepared for your future career, including graduate school, professional schools (medical, dental, veterinary) and technical positions in laboratories. We are proud to have a track record of successfully preparing our graduates for a variety of career paths.
The Ph.D. program in Biological Sciences is dedicated to fostering groundbreaking research. You'll have the opportunity to specialize in a diverse range of biology fields, such as microbiology, cell biology, evolutionary biology, neurobiology, physiology, endocrinology, or field biology.
Real Voices. Real Experiences.
The research opportunities at the School of Science and Engineering are outstanding and have provided me with opportunities to learn and understand biology from a whole new perspective.
My biology degree prepared me to pursue a PhD program through relevant coursework, organizations, and graduate/faculty mentors. The structure of the degree grants flexibility to explore different subjects. I was able to fit in many additional courses in math, chemistry and engineering.
My time at Duquesne was more focused on the basics of science research. A lot of the functional skills developed from this experience have carried over to my time at Michigan.
The capstone course teaches you so many laboratory techniques and allows you to pursue a research project that interests you. Joining a laboratory can be hard and time-consuming, but this course allows us to build necessary bench skills and gain experience that helps students excel in the lab.
Start here, Go anywhere
Prepare for a future in research, academia, medical, dental, pharmacy, veterinary science and a host of other health associated career fields.
BS IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
The Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences offers four concentrations that allow for specialized areas of study, including general biology, molecular biology, physiology biology and evolution & organismal biology.
4+1 BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES-BIOTECHNOLOGY DUAL DEGREE
The 4+1 Biological Sciences-Biotechnology Dual Degree Program lets you earn a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences and a Master of Science in Biotechnology in just five years. Save time and money by taking graduate level classes in your junior year, while gaining hands-on experience and real-world exposure to research, pharmaceutical development, medical technology and bioengineering innovations.
MS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
The Master of Science in Biotechnology offers advanced interdisciplinary training in biotechnology, biological sciences, chemistry, and pharmaceutical sciences, along with essential business skills for career success. With flexible, part-time study options, you can choose courses that fit your schedule and align with your professional goals.
PHD IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
The PhD in Biological Sciences is a stipend-supported program focused on research. Students can choose to specialize in one of many areas of biology, including microbiology, cell biology, evolutionary biology, neurobiology, physiology, endocrinology or field biology.
PRE-MED & PRE-HEALTH PREPARATION
The B.S. in Biological Sciences offers a comprehensive curriculum, small class sizes, and newly renovated teaching labs, preparing you for entry into medical, dental, and other healthcare-related professional programs.
RESEARCH AREAS & FACILITIES
Participate in exciting faculty-led projects and utilize modern research equipment and teaching facilities to prepare for scientific pursuits in today's world.
SUCCESS AT DUQUESNE & BEYOND
Our specialized courses provide students with the skills necessary to succeed in a broad range of science or health-related careers.
Chair and Professor, Biological Sciences Teaching Assistant Professor, Biological Sciences Teaching Assistant Professor, Biological Sciences Teaching Assistant Professor, Biological Sciences Teaching Assistant Professor, Biological Sciences Associate Professor, Biological Sciences Teaching Assistant Professor, Biological Sciences Associate Professor, Biological Sciences Laboratory Technician, Biological Sciences Microbial ecology and interaction Professor, Biological Sciences Professor, Biological Sciences Laboratory Manager, Biological Sciences Professor and Co-Director of the Chronic Pain Research Consortium, Biological Sciences Associate Professor, Biological Sciences Associate Professor, Biological Sciences Associate Professor, Biological Sciences Professor, Biological Sciences and Director, Center for Environmental Research and
Education Associate Professor and Director of Graduate Studies, Biological Sciences Associate Professor, Biological Sciences Hear directly from our Biological Sciences students as they share their Duquesne experiences,
mentorship stories and passion for research.Faculty and Staff
Jana Patton-Vogt, Ph.D.
Becki Campanaro, Ph.D.
Elisabeth Chalovich, Ph.D.
Kasey Christopher, Ph.D.
Bryan Delius, Ph.D.
Jill Dembowski, Ph.D.
Jason Heming, Ph.D.
Jan Janecka, Ph.D.
Thomas Kelly
Wook Kim, Ph.D.
David Lampe, Ph.D.
Joseph McCormick, Ph.D.
Kim Nath
John Pollock, Ph.D.
Brady Porter, Ph.D.
Michael Seaman, Ph.D.
Kyle Selcer, Ph.D.
John Stolz, Ph.D.
Nancy Trun, Ph.D.
Sarah Woodley, Ph.D.
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