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Two researchers from the Department of Biology have been awarded fellowships for emerging bioscience leaders by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC).
Posted on 12 September 2024
Researchers have identified the genetic changes linked to why plants go through a developmental change similar to “puberty” at different rates, a discovery which could lead to better crop nutrition.
Posted on 22 August 2024
We are absolutely delighted that the Department of Biology has been successful in achieving renewal of their Gold Athena Swan award, retaining the award for the next five years.
Posted on 5 August 2024
A new study on live tissue cells is the first to reveal how channels that allow sodium to enter into breast cancer cells enable tumours to grow and spread.
Posted on 26 July 2024
The results of the 2024 National Student Survey have revealed the strengths of the Department of Biology in ‘Academic Support’ and ‘Learning Resources’.
Posted on 18 July 2024
Scientists from the University of York are working with doctors and patients at York Hospital to understand the DNA mutations linked to a group of chronic blood cancers, and investigate why, in some cases, they can suddenly become more aggressive.
Posted on 23 May 2024
Biological Sciences at York is ranked 7th in the UK according to the latest release of the Complete University Guide league tables (2025).
Posted on 16 May 2024
Nature conservation is successful in halting and reversing biodiversity loss, according to the findings of a major new study co-authored by a University of York academic.
Posted on 25 April 2024