Academics
Biology Department
Announcements
- Registration for Summer 2013 and Fall 2013 classes is ongoing. Check out the two biology courses offered on Nantucket and spend your summer studying in one of the most beautiful places in the state.
- Congratulations, Biology and Biochemistry graduates! Check out photos from this year's graduation ceremony here.
Summer 2013
Biology on Nantucket
Get to experience firsthand the photo above: The Biology Department offers two summer courses on Nantucket.
| BIO 100: Coastal Ecology | BIO 306: Marine and Coastal Ecological Research | |
|---|---|---|
| This marine biology course serves as an introduction to field research methods and will familiarize students with the flora and fauna of the unique island of Nantucket. | Supervised research on the adaptations and interactions of organisms of the beaches, salt marshes, sand dunes, and embayments of Nantucket. | |
| Dates | July 14-27 | July 28-August 10 |
| Contact | Greg Beck | Elizabeth Boyle |
| Summer 2013 Fact Sheet | Summer 2013 Fact Sheet | |
| Course syllabus from Summer 2011 |
Please click here for more information about the courses. fees, and application procedures.
Undergraduate
- Biobehavioral Studies (Program)
- Biology (Minor)
- Biology, BS
- Biotechnology Track
- Environmental Studies (Program)
Graduate
Biology on Nantucket
Sign up for the Biology Department's summer courses on Nantucket: field research intro course BIO 100: Coastal Ecology and adaptation research course BIO 306: Marine and Coastal Ecological Research. Read More
Tools & Resources
New Upper-Level Lab Course for Fall 2013:
BIO 365
This laboratory course, to be taken concurrently with BIOL 335 Genomics: Microbes, Human Biome and Other Metagenomes provides laboratory experience for undergraduate science majors. Students will isolate metagenomic DNA and bacteria from the environment and learn basic microbiological, molecular and bioinformatics methods. Access the course syllabus.
Gray Seal Pupping Cam
Giving to UMass Boston
Support biology teaching and learning with a gift to the Biology Department.
