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Science magazine prize awarded to course that brings biology and math worlds closer
Thu, 24 May 2012 11:21:12 -0700
( American Association for the Advancement of Science ) An undergraduate course that allows students to build mathematical models of biological phenomena -- and to experience a convergence of disciplines with potential in areas ranging from cancer treatment to reforestation -- is the winner of the Science Prize for Inquiry-Based Instruction,
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SF State biology department receives $1.5 million to support science teaching
Thu, 24 May 2012 03:18:23 -0700
( San Francisco State University ) The San Francisco State University Department of Biology has received a $1.5 million education grant from Howard Hughes Medical Institute to support the faculty as they refine their teaching skills and explore new resources and new ways to assess their students' learning.
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CWRU class earns Science magazine prize for innovation
Thu, 24 May 2012 10:59:02 -0700
Science magazine has awarded a prize for Inquiry-Based Instruction to a Case Western Reserve University class that melds biology, computer modeling, mathematical analysis and writing.
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The Science of Tasty Tomatoes Lies in the Chemicals
Fri, 25 May 2012 16:24:33 -0700
FRIDAY, May 25 (HealthDay News) -- Scientists say they've learned why a ripe, homegrown tomato tastes so much better than the bland supermarket variety.
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Fish biology offered at WSCC
Wed, 23 May 2012 21:05:16 -0700
Have an interest in fish — and some background in science? Hamdy Helal, West Shore Community College professor of biological sciences, is offering a fish biology course (ZOO 257 51) beginning next week that may be of interest to you.
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Funding will establish platform technology for emerging synthetic biology field
Thu, 24 May 2012 07:05:11 -0700
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