UNO Biological Sciences Dept. The Department of Biological Sciences offers an integrated program of independent research and course work leading to the Master of Science degree in Biological Sciences. Independent research is conducted under the guidance of a thesis advisor and graduate committee selected by the student to reflect her or his research interests. Research specializations of our faculty range from subcellular biology to ecosystem and environmental biology.
Graduate students select course work to complement their research.
Graduate students interested in developing skills and expertise in research areas associated with biomedical applications may take courses and conduct research leading to the Master of Sciences degree with a Biomedical Sciences Concentration. Students interested in this program may contact the Graduate Coordinator for additional information. Identifying a research field of interest and selecting a research advisor are critical initial steps. Research opportunities exist in animal behavior, comparative biochemistry, ecology, behavior, molecular genetics, evolutionary biology, environmental biology, conservation biology, cell physiology, molecular biology, comparative physiology, coevolutionary interactions, plant-animal interactions, comparative endocrinology, and other areas as represented by faculty research interests. A baccalaureate degree from a university or college approved by a recognized accrediting agency.