Diverse opportunities - a degree in biological sciences can lead you down a number of successful career paths, including health, teaching, research, pharmacy and environmental science – just to name a few.
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Our program provides ample opportunities for undergraduates to get involved in research – from using fruit flies to determine why individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease develop sleep deprivation, to discovering hydrogen-producing bacterium that might one day be used as an alternative fuel source.
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Deshawn Jones, Give back what I've been given
It’s a rare combination of character traits that Deshawn Jones, a sophomore in biological sciences and running back for Missouri S&T’s football team, shares with the world.
With smarts, discipline and exceptional athletic prowess, Jones has amassed a coveted collection of athletic titles and records in his two years at S&T[...]

Nathan Thyparambil, Graduate Teaching Award
Story and photo by Aisha Muhammad
First year graduate teaching assistant Nathan Thyparambil was honored on March 18, for his work in the general chemistry lab.[...]
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