Genetics professor Dr. John Sedbrook and a cooperative of regional institutions takes on an important environmental and economic challenge through research on the pennycress plant.
Unit: Biological Sciences
Image of Research showcases Illinois State students’ creativity, scholarship
The Office of Student Research announced the winners of its third annual Image of Research competition and showcased all of the finalists’ entries at a reception February 9 at University Galleries.
Redbirds in the Know: COVID-19 and the Omicron variant
Illinois State University School of Biological Sciences professors offer insights on the Omicron variant.
Elevating the game: Women’s basketball team reflects on the 50th anniversary of Title IX
Earning a college scholarship has been a game changer for thousands of women over the past 50 years following the passage of Title IX in 1972.
Thanks to you: David DeMarini
David DeMarini ’72, M.S. ’74, Ph.D. ’80, enjoyed a 36-year career as a genetic toxicologist for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
International team creates ultimate model for predicting COVID spread
Dr. Olcay Akman spearheaded the creation of the Multiresolution Modeling Framework, which provides a path for up-to-date predictions of COVID-19.
Dr. Jennifer J. Parker ’04 takes road less traveled to success
Dr. Jennifer J. Parker ’04 has a message for Redbirds: It’s OK to take a nontraditional path to success.
Black Women Rising: From the Classroom to the Boardroom, January 24
Illinois State University’s African American studies program will host “Black Women Rising: From the Classroom to the Boardroom” on January 24, 2022 in the Rosa Parks Room of Watterson Towers.
Charles Morris STEM Social to feature Dr. Jennifer J. Parker, November 10
The social will provide networking and information to students interested in STEM fields. Scholarship winners will be announced at the social. Applications for scholarships are due November 3.
Sustainability in the stockroom: Chemistry Department implements eco-friendly practices
Illinois State’s Department of Chemistry has implemented several eco-friendly practices in its facilities.