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Want to stand out and dive deeper into biology? The Distinction program is your chance to work on cool research projects, get hands-on experience, and team up with world-class faculty mentors. It’s a great way to boost a resume, sharpen biology skills, and get ready for whatever’s next—whether that’s grad school or a dream job. Check it out and see how you can make your biology journey even more exciting!
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Celebrate the achievements of our talented students, faculty, and staff! Our Awards and Honors page highlights the outstanding accomplishments and recognitions that showcase the hard work and dedication within our community. It’s a great way for alumni, friends, and supporters to see the impact we’re making in biology and beyond.

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Entomology research maps cockroaches, dragonflies in the Amazon
Cockroaches are often associated with feelings of disgust or fear, but they contribute to ecosystems in different ways than you may think. These contributions are...
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A prescription for success: An IB alumus’s guide to future physician assistants
 For many pre-health students here on campus, choosing the right career path in healthcare can feel overwhelming. Physician assistant (PA) school offers one route into medicine, combining rigorous scientific coursework with clinical training, collaboration, and the flexibility to explore...
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Study finds plant climate sensitivity varies by region
 CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — A study analyzing the effects of climate change on vascular plants in the United States finds that the fate of individual plant species tends to be a regional phenomenon.A plant species found in the Southwest U.S., for example, may be more vulnerable to climate change than...
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Assistant Professor in plant biology pens opinion piece for New Phytologist
 In a new opinion piece published in New Phytologist, Plant Biology Assistant Professor Ya Min (Minya) examines how flowers develop their distinctive shapes and symmetry. Titled “Floral bilateral symmetry: one axis, many...
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Two SIB faculty awarded with the 2026 Emerging Innovator Award
 In partnership with Entrepreneurship@Illinois, the Office of Technology Management (OTM) is proud to have introduced two new awards at Founders Week...
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Meet the 2026 Integrative Biology homecoming court student representative
 Each year, the University of Illinois Homecoming Court brings together students from across campus who represent the diverse communities, interests, and accomplishments that make the university so special. This year, the School of Integrative Biology (IB) was represented by a student whose...

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