With over 25 ongoing research projects, there’s a lot going on in the Biology Department!
Hear what MWSU students have to say about research!
MWSU Faculty Researchers
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Awarded Externally Funded Grants Totaling $7,045,824
Why
undergraduate
research?
The MWSU Biology Department offers a variety of student research opportunities in molecular, cellular, organismal, and ecological biology, geology, and in science education. Our goal is to provide a collaborative learning environment in which students and faculty can apply their biological or geographic exploration and discovery experiences as professionals and as informed citizens.
Students and faculty collaborate on a variety of independent research projects. Students are encouraged to present their research at state, national, or international professional meetings, and are often invited to become coauthors on peer-reviewed publications.
Program of Research, Teaching and Applied Learning
The PORTAL program has successfully engaged undergraduates students in the full range of scientific research and activities since its beginnings in 2011. Students have contributed to the planning of research activities, gathering and analyzing data, and communicating the results through presentations and publications. PORTAL provides opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience during the summer and Gold Fridays PORTAL engages students during the academic year.
About MWSU
Missouri Western State University has a proud tradition of providing a high quality, affordable education to students in the state of Missouri and beyond.
From its humble beginnings in 1915, Missouri Western continues to deepen its impact on the community, region, nation and world.
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