The life sciences in the College are at the leading edge of breakthroughs in health, medicine, and biotechnology. Faculty in molecular biology, biochemistry, and virology, among other disciplines, are exploring everything from gene editing to viral pandemics, aiming to revolutionize treatments, vaccines, and the future of healthcare. Their discoveries are poised to improve human health and combat global health challenges in unprecedented ways.
Life Sciences, Biotechnology, + Virology
Research stories
Biology faculty member Sidney Shaw elected to AAAS
Sidney Shaw, professor of Biology in the College of Arts and Sciences at Indiana University Bloomington, has been elected to The American Association for the Advancement of Science’ (AAAS) 2024 Fell... Read more about Biology faculty member Sidney Shaw elected to AAAS
Biotechnology faculty member Karen Bush elected to AAAS
Karen Bush, a Professor of Practice Emerita in the Department of Biology (Biotechnology Program), within the College of Arts and Sciences at Indiana University Bloomington, was elected to The Ameri... Read more about Biotechnology faculty member Karen Bush elected to AAAS
IU scientists co-author study that reveals how a virus builds its protective shell
A research team led by Marc Morais, Professor of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry in the College of Arts and Sciences at Indiana University Bloomington, have uncovered exciting new details about... Read more about IU scientists co-author study that reveals how a virus builds its protective shell