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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
A scholarship fund has been established in the name of Retired Professor John C. Makemson to benefit undergraduate students conducting research in the biological sciences. Learn about Dr. Makemson's impact on our department and contribute to his award.
News
Science & TechnologyCould a little tough love help corals adapt to climate change?
- Science & Technology
NIH awards FIU ADVANCE for enhancing faculty gender diversity in the sciences
- Biological Sciences Opps
High risk disease detection specialist
- Biological Sciences Opps
Florida Department of Health seeking medical laboratory scientist
- Science & Technology
FIU experts available to discuss Biscayne Bay
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Microbes’ game of hide-and-seek could predict water quality crises
Events
Upcoming events will be posted here.