Overview
As part of a leading research institution, much of what we do is of great relevance to issues of public interest.
Our research encompasses areas such as health and disease, agriculture and food, environmental change and biodiversity. You can find out here about our research, and about other ways to discover more about biology.
Press Gang
Our Press Gang works with news media and the public to promote biological research.
Stem cells - a wonder cure?
Find out how stem cell therapies may one day offer treatment for many diseases.
Natural History Collection
A fascinating historical collection of zoological specimens.
Notable alumni
The University has been the home of some notable names in the biological sciences.
This article was published on Oct 3, 2012