At the University of California-Berkeley, the department focusing on the intricate world of living organisms explores their evolutionary journeys, interactions with environments, and fundamental biological processes. This comprehensive unit delves into areas like evolutionary biology, ecology, comparative physiology, and molecular biology. Students engage in hands-on learning through field research, laboratory experiments, and computational modeling, gaining skills for diverse careers in academia, conservation, biotechnology, and health professions. Rooted in a rich history of biological study, the department provides a holistic understanding of life across different levels, from molecules to ecosystems, preparing graduates to address critical challenges in biodiversity, global change, and human health.
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The University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley, Berkeley, Cal, or California) is a public land-grant research university in Berkeley, California. It was established in 1868 as the University of California and is the state's first land-grant university and the founding campus of the University of California system. Berkeley has been regarded to be among the top universities in the world.
