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If you’re looking for a career in medicine or biotechnology, microbiology, or conservation biology and ecology, or you simply want to explore the life sciences, you’re in the right place.
Our mission is to inspire and transform our life science students by providing an innovative learning experience that prepares them to thrive in a dynamic and demanding world.
We also strive to improve life by stimulating scientific discovery and solving critical problems at the intersection of the life sciences and society. Explore our degree programs and meet our award-winning faculty to learn more.
Undergraduate Research
Getting involved in research gives you an advantage in graduate or professional school.
Pre-med in the Life Sciences
Medical Schools want well-rounded scholars. We'll inspire the scholar in you.
Student Life
From skilled advisors to clubs and organizations, we support you during your undergraduate career.
Showy peacock feathers, extravagant elk antlers and powerful crayfish claws are just a few examples of the ostentatious animal extremes used to compete for and attract mates, a process called sexua
Already considered a global epidemic, human obesity continues to be on the rise. According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than 40% of the U.S. population is considered obese.
Her breathing is shallow and sporadic, her stomach is doing somersaults and her jaw is locked. She is having a heart attack.
But according to medical standards, she isn’t.
Do you have a question for a biologist? Maybe something like, "What's a biologist?" Contact our experts at Ask A Biologist — an educational resource for students, teachers and parents. This volunteer-run resource is provided by the School of Life Sciences, and funded through donations. Make a contribution here.
Supported by the School of Life Sciences, the ASU Natural History Collections are comprised of nine different collections that support the university's teaching, research and public outreach. This incredible facility boasts millions of specimens including insects, plants, reptiles, molluscs and more. Public visits are available by appointment.
