We are conducting research to address the greatest challenges of our time and train the next generation of biologists. We are breaking new ground in the field — from coral reefs in the Florida Keys to mangroves in the Everglades to tropical rainforests around the world — as well as in our cutting-edge laboratories, providing training and research opportunities in a variety of disciplines.
Degrees & Programs
- BA in Biological Sciences
- Tracks: Allied Health Profession; Health Policy, Environmental Policy and Pre-Law; Science Communication; Bioentrepreneur
- BS in Biological Sciences
- Forensic Biomolecular Biology Track
- Pre-Health Curricula
- BS in Biological Sciences with Honors
- BS in Biological Sciences: Biology Education
- BS in Biological Sciences: Quantifying Biology in the Classroom
- BS in Marine Biology
- BS in Marine Biology with Honors
- BS in Marine Biology with Honors
- Minor in Biology
- Minor in Marine Biology
Support Our Students
An endowed scholarship fund has been established in the name of the late Professor David W. Lee, renowned botanist and nature author, to benefit graduate students in Biological Sciences and Earth and Environment conducting research in botany. Learn about Dr. Lee’s impact on our department and contribute to his award.
News
- Science & Technology
Untreated sewage and fertilizer runoff threaten the Florida manatee’s main food source, contributing to malnutrition
Nov 14, 2024 - Campus & Community
Researchers recognized among top experts, scholars
Nov 14, 2024 - Science & Technology
DNA reveals hidden threats to global shark populations
Nov 12, 2024 - Campus & Community
Professor serves up a new kind of office hours
Oct 16, 2024 - Science & Technology
New shark species identified by FIU scientists named for late Microsoft co-founder
Sep 23, 2024 - Science & Technology
Small 'no-take zone' can help protect critically endangered hammerhead shark
Sep 20, 2024
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Contact Us
Department of Biological Sciences
MMC: 11200 SW 8th Street, OE 167
Miami, FL 33199
Tel: 305-348-2201
BBC: 3000 NE 151st Street, MSB 350
North Miami, FL 33181
Tel: 305-919-5500
biology@fiu.edu