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Biological and Environmental
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We are dedicated to advancing the understanding and management of marine, terrestrial, and human biology to ensure food, water, and soil security within healthy communities.

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We offer master’s and Ph.D. degrees in science and engineering.

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In BESE, we tackle the worlds most critical environmental and biological challenges by fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and leveraging advanced technologies to enhance ecosystem resilience, secure food and water, and advance human health.

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15 September, 2025

Reef-building coral shows signs of enhanced heat tolerance

Heat tolerance is being conferred naturally down the generations of a common reef-building coral in response to recent marine heatwaves.

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11 September, 2025

AI speeds up human embryo model research

Deep-learning tool outperforms human experts at classifying lab-grown embryo-like structures, enabling advances in developmental biology and drug discovery.

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09 September, 2025

Plastic-munching bacteria found across the seven seas

New enzyme motif shows how ocean microbes are evolving to digest plastic — and could help future cleanup efforts.

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01 September, 2025

Wastewater surveillance tracks spread of antibiotic resistance

A study conducted during COVID-19 travel restrictions sheds light on the relationship between mass gatherings and the spread of antibiotic resistance.

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28 August, 2025

Sex chromosome overload sparks to a common developmental faultline

Stem cell study shows how extra X or Y chromosomes derail early development via shared genetic pathways.

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25 August, 2025

Super fungi survive extreme Mars-like environments

A black fungus that can tolerate extreme salinity and intense radiation in a Mars-like environment provides insights into planet habitability and beyond.

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