Mission

The Department of Biological Sciences plays an important social role. It trains highly qualified scientists and responsible citizens, and contributes to the advancement of knowledge through its cutting-edge research. It also supports student researchers in a multidisciplinary context where they can study and understand all aspects of animal, plant and microbial life, from molecules to ecosystems, and work to ensure a sustainable environment for future generations.

Vision

The Department will maintain its regional, national and international reputation through excellence in research and innovative, multidisciplinary teaching. It will be a world leader in selected fields.

Values

• Excellence
• Student success
• Collaboration and interdisciplinarity
• Innovation
• Civic responsibility

Personnel

Our faculty has been recognized for excellence in research and teaching. Our professors and researchers are devoted to furthering and sharing advances in their respective fields.

The Department boasts a number of nationally and internationally recognized facilities with renowned faculty support and supervision: