A Walk on the Wild Side

Wildlife expert Lynsey White (M.S. ’06, sustainable development and conservation biology) helps humans coexist with the wild animals in their neighborhoods, from bears and coyotes to deer and Canada geese.

Mapping the Mind

Junior computer science and mathematics double major Brooke Guo analyzes neural connections to understand the causes of complex brain conditions like schizophrenia. 

Biology Professor Carlos Machado Named CMNS Associate Dean for Research

He has been at UMD since 2009 and directed the Behavior, Ecology, Evolution and Systematics interdisciplinary graduate program from 2013 to 2015.

Alum Buzzes in on "Jeopardy!"

Nikhil Joshi (B.S. ’07, biological sciences) takes on television’s biggest trivia game as a contestant on “Jeopardy!”.

UMD Neuroscientist Calls for Clearer Nomenclature in Photoreceptor Research

A new paper co-authored by Biology’s Juan Angueyra aims to tackle a century-old communication problem by making it easier to identify visual systems in vertebrate species.

Congratulations to the College's May 2025 Degree Candidates!

Almost 1,900 students from our college were set to graduate in May 2025.

16 Science Terps Honored as Senior Marshals

The graduating seniors demonstrated the highest levels of scholarship, service to the campus community, extracurricular involvement and personal growth. 

Biology Professor Emeritus Arthur Popper Awarded Gold Medal from the Acoustical Society of America

He was honored for his distinguished scientific achievements and unwavering service to the society.

Career Q&A with Biological Sciences Major Muntaha Hossain

Hossain discovered a passion for biological research at the University of Maryland.

15 Science Terps Awarded 2025 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships

The five-year fellowships provide three years of financial support, including an annual stipend of $37,000.

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