Department News in Biology

CELS researcher escapes RI's winter for someplace colder

When it’s winter in Rhode Island, Dr. Brad A. Seibel seems to have a habit of seeking a “summer vacation” elsewhere and that’s exactly what he is going to do starting Jan. 8.

Newborns at Bio Center perfect for graduate student’s project

The Biological Sciences Building has been called many things over the years—some not so complimentary—but now is has a new claim to fame—it has become a shark nursery.

Health Professions Office is one reason URI has above average placement statistics among comparable academic institutions

The office is not very elegant—on the ground floor of the Biological Sciences Building, a concrete bunker affair that was never completed, and never will be. Exposed, massive air handling gear hangs overhead between poured concrete ribs that form the utilitarian ceiling. The one aesthetic asset is a view of a courtyard that needs some horticultural TLC.

North District Hub: University plans for a new Health Science, Research and Technology Quadrangle

The “Quad” has been a central part of URI practically from its beginning back in the 19th Century but if Rhode Island voters approve a new spending proposal, the campus will have a second “quad” devoted to health science, research and technology.

The Stan Cobb Endowment has reached $25,000

An endowment in honor of Dr. Stan Cobb, Professor Emeritus, has now reached a level where monies can be disbursed to support experiential learning in marine biology.

Unique research project aims to resolve mystery involving two hemlock pests

For decades, homeowners and foresters have been lamenting the demise of eastern hemlock trees because of the invasion of the hemlock wooly adelgid, an invasive insect which feeds on hemlocks and can cause even mature trees to die within four years.

URI Marine Biologist, Dr. Jacqueline Webb, sounds off about research into butterflyfish communication
Butterflyfish are colorful denizens of the world’s coral reefs and also of many a home aquarium but to some people like Dr. Jacqueline Webb, URI marine biologist, they are a feast for the ears as well as the eyes.

Biologist sees his latest creation "sail away" on a world tour

After a long career at URI as an award-winning teacher and researcher in biology Dr. Frank Heppner is now heading for phased retirement status. But there’s every indication he won’t have idle hands—in fact, chances are they will be busier than ever.

2006 Coastal Fellows Celebration and Honors

Forty-four Coastal Fellows were honored Dec. 12 for completion of their research projects that began last spring and involved countless hours of study, collaboration with faculty and staff members and ended with a heartfelt pat on the back from URI administrators.

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