Biology
We aim to advance knowledge through exciting and innovative research in the lab and in the field. We encourage and engage students through research and learning.
Interested in Biology?
Students in Biology at Lakehead University will learn:
- Innovative research inside the laboratory and in the field
- Central aspects of Biology: form and function, cell and molecular biology, genetics and evolution, biodiversity, systematics, ecology and environmental biology
What is Biology?
The Biology Program will Include:
- Active participation in national and international scientific societies and initiatives
- Involvement within the community, sharing knowledge of the science of biology
- Education for both science-based, professional career students and those who wish to understand the complexity of the living world
To learn more about undergraduate Biology programs offered at our Thunder Bay campus, check out these videos!
Year 1 Applied Life Sciences student Sarah enjoys our hands-on approach to learning biology.
Year 2 Biology student Melanie likes how our small class sizes and research opportunities let students learn with their professors.
Year 4 Biology student Jason appreciates the breadth of his program, from molecules to organisms to ecosystems.
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NEWS
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Nov 17 |
High-impact clinical and sustainability research projects awarded with CFI grants Canadian Foundation for Innovation (CFI) John R. Evans Leaders Fund (JELF) infrastructure grants will supply Lakehead researchers with the equipment... full story |
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Jul 28 |
MP Kurek Visits Lakehead University The Alberta MP visited Lakehead University to learn more about the science supporting agriculture and the environment in Canada |
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Apr 18 |
University of Manitoba, Lakehead University and University College of the North Partner on Project to Support Indigenous Students in Post-Secondary Science Research, Training and Mentorship Today, the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) announced an investment of $1.65 million to build a six-year program... full story |
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Oct 26 |
Lakehead Biology Graduate wins prestigious Rob Peters Award Graydon McKee, a recent Graduate from the Biology MSc Program at Lakehead University has won the Rob Peters award for best student paper in Canadian... full story |