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The FSU Department of Biological Science site highlights research through faculty and research-interest directories, a research showcase, and research facilities; it lists a postdoctoral program and open faculty positions; and it features the Biology in London Program, Biology in Action!, and the KING Life Sciences Building. These are the main entry points if you want to understand what the department studies, where that work happens, and what special programs it runs.
Research: How the Department Describes Its Work
The department frames biology as a unified field best understood by examining how levels of organization—from the molecular to the ecosystem level—function, interact, and evolve. Its stated aim is for faculty to excel in their own research while reaching across sub-disciplines for a broad perspective.
The site gives two examples of that integration:
- Molecular biology, development, epigenetics, and evolution combined to better understand the relationship between genotype and phenotype.
- Neuroscience and ecology combined to understand behavior.
Where to Look on the Site
| Page area | What it provides |
|---|---|
| Faculty and Research | Entry point for research-related navigation |
| Faculty and Research Interests | Faculty research interests |
| Research Showcase | A showcase of research work |
| Research Facilities | Information on research facilities |
| Faculty Directory | Directory of faculty |
If you are comparing potential advisors or labs, start with Faculty and Research Interests, then use the Faculty Directory to confirm who is currently listed. The Research Facilities page is the place to check what equipment or shared resources the department describes.
Facilities and the KING Life Sciences Building
The KING Life Sciences Building is highlighted as a named facility on the site, alongside a King Building Art page. The building appears as a distinct navigation item rather than a detailed facilities specification, so treat it as the physical home base to look for when visiting or planning a campus trip. For practical logistics, the site also links an FSU Campus Map and an FSU Phone/Email Directory.
Special Programs and Opportunities
Biology in London Program
A study-away program listed among the department's related and outreach programs. If you are an undergraduate considering study abroad within biology, this is the program page to review for eligibility and timing details.
Biology in Action!
Listed as a highlighted program on the main page. Check the linked page for its current format and audience.
Postdoctoral Program and Open Faculty Positions
The site maintains a Postdoctoral Program page and a Postdoctoral Associates Directory, plus an Open Faculty Positions page. Prospective postdocs can use the program page for structure and the directory to see current associates; job seekers should go straight to Open Faculty Positions.
Outreach and Community
Related and outreach programs are grouped together, and the site links community channels (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn) plus a department newsletter-style presence.
Who Each Section Is For
- Prospective graduate students: Graduate Program, Graduate Studies Home, Graduate Handbook, and Graduate Contacts; the CMB Graduate Student Association and EERDG are also listed.
- Prospective undergraduates: Majors pages for Biological Science, Biology FSU-Teach, Computational Biology, and Cell and Molecular Neuroscience, each with general information, a description of major tracks, and an academic map; plus the Bulletin for course descriptions, Academic Advising, the Undergraduate Handbook, Scholarships, Undergraduate Research, and Undergraduate Teaching Opportunities.
- Postdocs and job candidates: Postdoctoral Program and Open Faculty Positions.
- Visitors and collaborators: KING Life Sciences Building, campus map, and departmental directories.
Practical Notes
- The site's directories are split by role—faculty, faculty emeritus, courtesy faculty, staff and associates, undergraduate advising, postdoctoral associates, and graduate students—so pick the directory that matches the person you need.
- A "Request Information" link and an "Inquire About The Department" section are available for direct questions.
- The page does not publish pricing, tuition, or login requirements for these programs; confirm costs and access conditions on the individual program pages rather than assuming they are free or open.
For a quick orientation, read the Statement from the Chair first, then move to Faculty and Research Interests for the science, Research Facilities and the KING Life Sciences Building for the physical setting, and Biology in London and Biology in Action! for the special programs.