ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½

Department of Biological Sciences

dung beetle in a young girl's hand

Insect Declines Threaten Ecosystems, but Solutions Offer Hope

Insects, including dung beetles, are essential contributors to our ecosystem, but their populations are facing alarming declines, according to recent research. ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Associate Professor Christie Bahlai, Ph.D., an expert at tracking insect populations, spoke to Nebraska Public Media about the issue.

Tags: Department of Biological Sciences, Research & Science, Nationally Distinctive

ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Today

Bioblitz 2023 Map

Investigating Nature at Bioblitz 2023

Bioblitz is an annual ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ event that invites anyone to explore nature and collect data alongside a faculty expert. 

Tags: Earth Day, Department of Biological Sciences, Center for Ecology & Natural Resource Sustainability, ESDRI, Environmental Science and Design Research Institute, Research and Science, Organizational Sustainability, STEM, Community & Society, Community Impact

ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Today

Pitcher Plants inside the Herrick Conservatory

IN A FLASH: Predatory Plants

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

Tags: Department of Biological Sciences, Research & Science, Nationally Distinctive

ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Today