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Department of Biological Sciences

Forest photo by Robert Boyd

Â鶹ÊÓƵ researchers are studying the ways that insects help in the recovery of forests. 

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The Herrick Conservatory by night.

The greenhouses behind Cunningham Hall cast a warm glow at night.

dung beetle in a young girl's hand

Insects, including dung beetles, are essential contributors to our ecosystem, but their populations are facing alarming declines, according to recent research. Â鶹ÊÓƵ Associate Professor Christie Bahlai, Ph.D., an expert at tracking insect populations, spoke to Nebraska Public Media about the issue.

Close up of Sydney Weber taking a photo.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ senior Sydney Weber sees extraordinary images through her lens and an exciting career in her future. 

Herrick Conservatory rain barrels

A week-long fundraising plant event on campus will benefit the Herrick Conservatory. 

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Bioblitz 2023 Map

Bioblitz is an annual Â鶹ÊÓƵ event that invites anyone to explore nature and collect data alongside a faculty expert. 

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Â鶹ÊÓƵ researchers presented their findings in the RASP Spring Research and Innovation Forum. 

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Pitcher Plants inside the Herrick Conservatory

Some plants on campus are hungry for more than just water and sunlight.