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Microbiology

Newly discovered phytoplankton groups favor warmer oceans

Stephen Giovannoni was part of an international team that discovered two phytoplankton groups in warm waters around the world, which may important in future ocean ecosystems.

Jerri Bartholomew gathering samples from river
Faculty and Staff

Microbiologist recognized for lifetime achievement in Pacific salmon health

Head of the Microbiology Department Jerri Bartholomew recently received the American Fisheries Society S.F Snieszko Distinguished Service Award

Brock McLeod and Devon Quick recieving awards from Edward John Ray
Faculty and Staff

Science takes top honors at University Day

Faculty, students and advisors in the College of Science received awards for exceptional research, teaching, and dedicated service at OSU's 2016 University Day.

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Biomedical Science

Microbiologist pierces riddle of why clouds form

Clouds that form at sea are key to regulating atmospheric temperatures, and scientists now understand more of the chemistry involved.

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Microbiology

Microbiologist represents OSU at White House announcement of national microbiome initiative

Leading microbiome researcher Thomas Sharpton participated in the White House's announcement of a Transdisciplinary Initiative for Microbiome Research.

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Biomedical Science

Discover: Research Highlights

New insect species, breakthrough in ALS research, big ideas in ocean protection and more...

Jerri Bartholomew receiving samples in river
Microbiology

At the intersection of art and science

Jerri Bartholomew is a marine biologist and salmon researcher, head of the Department of Microbiology as well as a passionate artist.

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Alumni and Friends

Gut check: More than butterflies in our stomach

Thomas Sharpton, a professor in microbiology and statistics, will present a Science Pub, "Gut check: More than butterflies in our stomach," on April 11.

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Faculty and Staff

2016 Winter Teaching & Advising Awards

The College of Science celebrated our 2016 Winter Teaching and Advising awards on January 12.

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Biochemistry & Biophysics

Discover: Research Highlights

The College of Science has an extensive research portfolio that is globally recognized, providing our students enriching and life-changing experiences.

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Faculty and Staff

Bartholomew named Pernot Distinguished Professor

The Department of Microbiology Head Jerri Bartholomew has been appointed the Emile. F. Pernot Distinguished Professor.

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Marine Science

Coral reefs in crisis

A parasitic bacterium saps energy from corals.