Research Areas

Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (EEB)

The section for Ecology and Evolutionary Biology includes faculty members with broad interests in ecology, evolution, and ecological genomics. The EEB section aims to foster training and innovative research in an inclusive environment and to explore fundamental questions in ecology and evolution. We promote interdisciplinary or transdisciplinary research in our target areas and participate in strategic planning to recruit diverse personnel along with resources to support research and training in these areas. The section also supports local networking and open research communication through organizing meetings among local researchers and through organizing its continuous seminar series during fall and spring semesters.

Genetics, Developmental, and Cell Biology (GDCB)

The Genetics, Developmental and Cell Biology section includes faculty members and trainees broadly interested in understanding the molecular genetic basis of cellular and developmental processes. These processes span the scale from molecules to how cells organize to form organisms and include how viruses and pathogens affect cells and organisms. Research in the GDCB section approaches these problems using a broad range of techniques, such as genetics, next generation “-omics”, advanced microscopy, biochemical analyses, and data science.

Microbiology and Immunology (MI)

The Microbiology and Immunology section strives to foster high-impact education and innovative research in a diverse and inclusive environment by exploring fundamental questions in microbiology and immunology. We provide the crucial research training needed for undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral scholars to become leaders in science, medicine, and industry. Our section includes faculty members with diverse interests and expertise. We recognize each other’s strengths and work together to achieve our common goals, build networks, and collaborate.