We are pleased to announce that Casey Self, UW Biology Teaching Professor, has been selected to receive the 2026 UW Distinguished Teaching Award. Recipients of the Distinguished Teaching Award are chosen based on the degree to which they exemplify an iterative, reflective teaching practice with evidence of pedagogical experimentation and refinement over time; commitment to inclusive teaching and…

Caroline Strömberg, Biology professor and Curator of Paleobotany at the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture, was recently a guest on an episode of the "Scientess" podcast. The "Scientess" podcast is hosted by Karen Levy, Professor in the UW Department of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences. The podcast interviews women in science about the joy of science and why women might…

Biology graduate students Marie-Pier Poulin and Laura Quinche were recently awarded the International Research Fellowship from the UW Graduate School.  Funded by the Chester Fritz and Boeing International endowments, these one-quarter grants provide support to UW graduate students doing research that takes place outside of the United States. Successful applicants are awarded either a Chester…

In Episode 10 of the SciPosPod, Biology graduate student Isiah Newbins is interviewed! He and Emma chat about multituberculate teeth, stratigraphy, and the joy of museum outreach.The SciPosPod is a podcast centered around the humans who study the myriads of biological processes that shape our world, specifically, the humans who are students and faculty in the Biology Department at the University…

UW Biology graduate student Annie Colgan was recently awarded a fellowship by the American Association of University Women (AAUW)! The AAUW empowers women and girls by championing their success in higher education and pushing for bold policy solutions to create lasting change. For more than 140 years, AAUW has led the fight for gender equity in higher education and beyond. With a strong record of…

In Episode 9 of the SciPosPod, Biology graduate student Edú Guerra is interviewed! He and Emma chat about the Burke, his work with small mammals, and his path to bats!The SciPosPod is a podcast centered around the humans who study the myriads of biological processes that shape our world, specifically, the humans who are students and faculty in the Biology Department at the University of…

Congratulations to our Biology students recently recognized in this year's Husky 100! The Husky 100 recognizes the outstanding work and achievements of students (both undergraduate and graduate) who are leaders and innovators in our community.Nidhi AshaniMichelle Echeverria AguilarJoshua FoxLuke Gillin Former undergrad:Hank Cheng – Genome PhD/MD

In Episode 8 of the SciPosPod, Biology graduate student Melissa Leon Noreña is interviewed! She and Emma chat about Melissa's journey to her PhD, the olfaction of mosquitoes, and the types of support that get us through a PhD.The SciPosPod is a podcast centered around the humans who study the myriads of biological processes that shape our world, specifically, the humans who are students and…

Biology Associate Professor Briana Abrahms gave the keynote speech at the International Parliamentary Roundtable on Human-Wildlife Coexistence held in Botswana in January. Abrahms offered a global perspective on how climate change is impacting human-wildlife conflict while also providing specific insight on southern Africa.UW News posted a story about Abrahms's keynote speech and research:Briana…

In Episode 7 of the SciPosPod, Biology graduate student Elissa Khodikian is interviewed! She and Emma chat about mosquito organs, her journey to UW, and not taking things too seriously.The SciPosPod is a podcast centered around the humans who study the myriads of biological processes that shape our world, specifically, the humans who are students and faculty in the Biology Department at the…