Biological Sciences

Biological Sciences is a very broad field ranging from the study of microscopic cells to complete ecosystems. This comprehensive field of the study of life examines the structure, growth, function, and evolution of living organisms, as well as their interactions with the environment. Key aspects of Biological Sciences include the study of all living organisms from simple to complex; research conducted at multiple levels of organization from molecular to ecosystem using laboratory, fieldwork, and observational methods; and a foundation of basic principles regarding the definition of a cell, the evolutionary process, and the role of heredity and genes. This field is critical for understanding issues, such as environmental conservation, agriculture, and human health.

This list is not exhaustive, and any topic bearing biological sciences relevance will be duly considered.

Cell and Molecular Biology

Physiology of Organisms

Virology

Bacteriology

Algal Biology

Protists and Fungi

Plant and Animal Biology

Marine Biology

Limnology/Freshwater Biology

Zoology

Genetics

Conservation Biology

Ecology

Other Biological Science-related concepts

Given the broad scope of Biological Sciences, some overlap with other FAS sections is unavoidable. For annual meetings, the final assignment of submitted abstracts will be made in close consultation with the Chairs of relevant sections to ensure appropriate placement. Depending on the abstracts accepted for an annual meeting, Biological Sciences Section sessions will typically be organized by discipline.

Florida Atlantic University — Biology Major (B.A./B.S.) and Medical Biology Option: fau.edu
(PDF with program details), https://www.fau.edu/uas/documents/2024-2025/biology.pdf fau.edu

Florida Institute of Technology —  General Biology, B.S.: https://www.fit.edu/programs/general-biology-bs/ Florida Tech Marine Biology, B.S. : https://www.fit.edu/programs/marine-biology-bs/ Florida Tech Biomedical Science, B.S.: https://www.fit.edu/programs/biomedical-science-bs/ Florida Tech Biochemistry, B.S.: https://www.fit.edu/programs/biochemistry-bs/ Florida Tech

Florida International University —  Biological Sciences (Undergraduate & Graduate Programs): https://case.fiu.edu/biology/students/index.html CASE at FIU, B.A. in Biological Sciences: https://case.fiu.edu/biology/ba-in-biological-sciences/ CASE at FIU+1

Florida Southern College — Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Program (Life-Sciences Track Combining Biology and Chemistry): flsouthern.edu
https://www.flsouthern.edu/academic-life/all-academic-programs/rug/biochemistry-and-molecular-biology flsouthern.edu

Saint Leo University — B.S. in Biology — General: https://www.saintleo.edu/programs/arts-and-sciences-degrees/bachelors-degree-biology-general Saint Leo University Biology – Ecology Track: https://www.saintleo.edu/programs/arts-and-sciences-degrees/bachelors-degree-biology-ecology Saint Leo University Biology – Biomedical & Health Sciences: https://www.saintleo.edu/programs/arts-sciences-degrees/bachelors-degree-biology-biomedical-health-sciences

Southeastern University — B.S. in General Biology: https://seu.edu/academics/programs/bs-in-general-biology/ Southeastern University B.S. in Biology/Medical Sciences: https://seu.edu/academics/programs/bs-in-biology-medical-sciences/ Southeastern University B.S. in Biology/Veterinary: https://seu.edu/academics/programs/bs-in-biology-veterinary/ Southeastern University

University of Central Florida — B.S. in Biology (With Tracks Including Molecular Biology, Marine Biology, Conservation, etc.): University of Central Florida
https://www.ucf.edu/degree/biology-bs/ University of Central Florida

University of Florida — Biology (BA/BS): University of Florida Catalog+1
https://catalog.ufl.edu/UGRD/colleges-schools/UGLAS/BIO_BA_BS/ University of Florida Catalog

University of Florida (online) — B.A. in Biology (via UF Online): University of Florida Online+1
https://ufonline.ufl.edu/degrees/undergraduate/biology/ University of Florida Online

University of Tampa — Biology Degrees (B.A./B.S. + Concentrations): https://ut.smartcatalogiq.com/en/current/catalog/undergraduate-catalog/college-of-natural-and-health-sciences/department-of-biology/biology/biology-concentrations/

University of West Florida — B.S. in Biology (With Flexibility to Tailor Interests Across Molecular → Ecological Biology): University of West Florida
https://uwf.edu/programs/hmcse/biology-bs/ University of West Florida

In addition to pursuing a career in academia, there are many opportunities for those with Biological Sciences or related degrees. Examples include public agencies, non-profit organizations, and in the private sector. Many of these organizations offer internship opportunities, continuing and graduate education reimbursement benefits, as well as possible funding opportunities for research projects. Listed below are links to many of the public agencies and non-profit organizations (private-sector firms are not listed since there are so many). Note that this list is not exhaustive; for example, links to local public agencies (e.g., cities, counties) are not listed.

Public Agencies:

Florida Department of Environmental Protection: https://floridadep.gov/

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission: https://myfwc.com/

South Florida Water Management District: https://www.sfwmd.gov/

Southwest Florida Water Management District: https://www.swfwmd.state.fl.us/

St. Johns River Water Management District: https://www.sjrwmd.com/

Suwannee River Water Management District: https://www.mysuwanneeriver.com/

Northwest Florida Water Management District: https://nwfwater.com/

Non-Profit Organizations:

The Nature Conservancy: https://www.nature.org/en-us/

Archbold Biological Station: https://www.archbold-station.org/