Department of Biology
World-class science across the whole spectrum of modern biology, from ecology to biomedicine
The Department came first for research impact in Times Higher Education's ranking of the Research Excellence Framework 2014
Biology summary report and highlights
Read about the Department's recent successes, key ongoing projects and activities in 2020/21:
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Postgraduate study
News
National Student Survey 2021
Posted on Thursday 15 July 2021
We’re delighted to have some of the happiest Biology students in the UK.
York academics take part in Royal Society’s Summer Science Exhibition
Posted on Thursday 8 July 2021
Leading scientists from the University of York will share their research with a global audience as part of the Royal Society’s 2021 Summer Science digital showcase.
Biology PhD students ace 3 Minute Thesis competition
Posted on Wednesday 7 July 2021
The University of York Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition challenges PhD students to educate and engage the audience with their research in just three minutes.
Research and impact
Research
Researchers in the spotlight
From rice straw to biofuel
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Professor Simon
McQueen-Mason
Major advance in microscope technology
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Dr Peter O'Toole
