The University of Akron Field Station at Bath Nature Preserve is a living laboratory for the advancement of knowledge through ecological research, education, and stewardship of the natural world.

Biology Department News

• Biomimicry graduates already working to ensure sustainable future
  The University of Akron graduated the first two students in the world with Ph.D.-level training in biomimicry during spring ommencement ceremonies.
• Japanese delegation inspired by biomimicry in Northeast Ohio
  Japanese delegates visiting Cleveland and Akron through the U.S. Department of State made a visit to UA to learn about the innovative work being done here in biomimicry.
• Faculty look to snakes and termites to improve daily life
  Meet three UA researchers who are investigating nature to advance society.
• UA professor receives grant to help find cure for multiple sclerosis
  The National Institutes of Health grant will help Dr. Leah Shriver develop new therapies.
• The University of Akron to award degrees to 1,399 candidates
  Fall 2016 commencement ceremonies to be held Friday and Saturday.