Biological Sciences News Archive
Ten Marshall University students have been selected to participate in the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) program. The competitive 10‑week program supports undergraduate research across STEM fields and provides funding to enhance student scholarship and innovation. SURE awards are determined through a competitive review process conducted by a committee of… Read More
Clara Minnich, a biology major at Marshall University, is graduating magna cum laude with an emphasis in ecology, evolution, and organismal biology. During her time in the College of Science, Minnich distinguished herself through academic achievement and hands‑on research experiences. Minnich received an REI scholarship to complete an internship at… Read More
Sara Slack, a recent Master of Science graduate in Biological Sciences from Marshall University, has also been recognized for completing her Global Education experience. During her studies, Slack participated in the Tropical Biology and Conservation Field Course in Costa Rica in 2025. The course provided hands‑on learning opportunities in a… Read More
Tyler Marcum, a biology major and Yeager Scholar from Ona, West Virginia, is graduating from Marshall University with minors in chemistry, English, and pre‑professional healthcare studies. Marcum distinguished himself through academic achievement and leadership, preparing for a future in medicine. Marcum was named a Dean’s Scholar at the Joan C. Read More
Isaac Campbell, a biology major and Yeager Scholar from Ashland, Kentucky, is graduating from Marshall University with minors in chemistry and pre‑professional healthcare. Campbell distinguished himself through academic achievement and service, reflecting a strong commitment to a future career in medicine. During his time at Marshall University, Campbell earned acceptance… Read More
Asha Bora, a biology major and Yeager Scholar from Hurricane, West Virginia, is graduating from Marshall University as part of the Don and Doris Ferguson Class of 2026. Bora also completed minors in chemistry and psychology and distinguished herself through academic excellence, research, and leadership during her time at Marshall. Read More
Marshall University Plant Taxonomy students celebrated Earth Day with a hands‑on learning experience at the Huntington Museum of Art Plant Conservatory. Students explored a wide range of plant species while studying adaptations, structure, and diversity beyond the classroom. The visit was led by Conservatory Director and Marshall alumnus Joshua Hamrick,… Read More
Faculty and students from the Marshall University Department of Biological Sciences recently traveled to Carter Caves State Resort Park in eastern Kentucky to take part in the park’s annual Wildflower Weekend. Members of the Palmquist, Puppo, and Shakirov research labs spent the day observing and identifying spring wildflowers in one… Read More
Vinu Chandrasekar, a pre‑medicine and biology major in Marshall University’s College of Science, has been selected for the American Physiological Society’s Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF). Chandrasekar will participate in the highly competitive national program while conducting hands‑on physiology research alongside Dr. Pierre. The SURF program provides funding, travel support,… Read More
Marshall University Board of Governors recently recognized Dr. Jagan Valluri, professor of biology in the College of Science, for a major milestone in cancer research. Valluri is a co‑developer of ChemoID, a precision oncology diagnostic created in collaboration with Pier Paolo Claudio, formerly of the Joan C. Edwards School of… Read More