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New study finds combined wastewater and individual testing best for COVID-19 detection
10 July, 2025

A new large-scale study led by researchers from Queen’s University has shown that combined wastewater testing and testing of individuals is the most effective way to track SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

School of Biological Sciences Awarded Fourth Consecutive Athena Swan Gold Award
27 June, 2025

The School of Biological Sciences is thrilled to once again be recognised for its sustained commitment to gender equality, receiving a fourth consecutive Athena Swan Gold Award from Advance HE.

Summer Graduation 2025
26 June, 2025

The School of Biological Sciences and Institute for Global Food Security was proud to host Graduates and guests as they celebrated their wonderful achievements.

Tea, berries, dark chocolate and apples could lead to a longer life span, study shows
3 June, 2025

New research has found that those who consume a diverse range of foods rich in flavonoids, such as tea, berries, dark chocolate, and apples, could lower their risk of developing serious health conditions and have the potential to live longer.

Vidhya Sri Gummadavelli awarded the InQUBate Year in Enterprise Scholarship
27 May, 2025

Biochemistry student Vidhya is one of the first to be granted this scholarship, which will go towards supporting her placement year spent developing her business 'Veda Beauty and Body.'

Contaminated crops costing poultry farms over £150k per year, research shows
26 May, 2025

A first-of-its-kind study led by Queen’s University Belfast reveals contaminated crops on farms could be costing poultry organisations over £150,000 in losses annually.

PhD Students impress with their presentations in the School’s 3 Minute Thesis Competition
13 May, 2025

On 13 May, 10 PhD students from across the School gathered to showcase their research in the School’s annual 3 Minute Thesis Competition.

PhD Expedition Maps Critical Habitats of Mobula Rays in the Galápagos Islands
9 May, 2025

Farah Hamdan’s latest fieldwork explores how mobula rays can be better protected through science, policy, and local collaboration.

Black tea and berries could contribute to healthier ageing, research shows
6 May, 2025

Higher intakes of black tea, berries, citrus fruits and apples could help to promote healthy ageing, new research has found.

Celebrating RSB Accreditation Success and Student Achievement at the House of Commons
11 April, 2025

The School of Biological Sciences is proud to announce that twenty one of our programmes have once again received accreditation from the Royal Society of Biology (RSB). 

Mia Constantinescu Wins Big at 2025 National Student Media Awards
10 April, 2025

Zoology student Mia Constantinescu claimed two top awards at this year’s National Student Media Awards, which celebrate outstanding student journalism across Ireland.

Managing Nature Based Risks to the UK Economy and Opportunities for Green Finance
8 April, 2025

The event, which was supported by the Gibson Trust, is a cornerstone in the Northern Ireland agri-food calendar.

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Stop chewing: New research reveals the shocking number of microplastics in a single piece of gum
4 April, 2025

A first-of-its-kind study, led by Queen’s University Belfast, exposes the potentially harmful materials found in gum that are going unnoticed.

Research reveals that Northern Ireland is feeling strain of climate change
3 April, 2025

Warm temperatures and erratic rainfall due to climate change are taking a toll on Northern Ireland’s health and farming industry, a new study reveals.

Emma Healey wins Staff Excellence Award for 'Making an Impact'
28 March, 2025

On Friday 28 March, Emma Healey, Senior Technician in the School of Biological Sciences Marine Lab, deservedly won in the 'Making an Impact' category at Queen's annual Staff Excellence Awards.

Animals in cities are adapting to climate change, research shows
24 February, 2025

A new study indicates animal populations living in urban areas show elevated resilience to stressful environmental conditions, with conservation implications.

Inspiring Future Scientists at Queen's Biology Showcase
15 February, 2025

On Saturday 15 February, Queen’s Biology Showcase, part of NI Science Festival 2025, once again wowed visitors with a day full of interactive exhibits, insightful talks, and hands-on activities that brought the fascinating world of biology to life.

Queen's Research Explores the Global Impact of Industrialisation

Research at Queen’s is at the forefront of research to understand and manage the impacts of human-induced global change. Dr Daniel Pincheira-Donoso explains more.

Latest research details the environmental risks of invasive species

Dr Ross Cuthbert explores the growing environmental problem that threatens ecosystems, human health, and the economy.

New Milestone for Methane Mitigation
10 February, 2025

Guidelines released for research and implementation of feed additives to reduce ruminant methane emissions.

Remembering Professor Simon Doherty - our colleague, friend and mentor
18 December, 2024

The School of Biological Sciences is deeply saddened by the passing of our esteemed colleague, friend and mentor to many, Professor Simon Doherty.

£14 Million in Funding Announced for Five Research Projects into Land Use and Net Zero
29 November, 2024

Five pioneering UK research projects have each received a share of £14.5 million funding under phase two of the transforming land use for net zero, nature and people programme.

QUB invited to represent at leading platform for ocean law and policy in Southeast Asia

Dr Kerstin Kröger, a Senior Research Fellow from QUB’s School of Biological Sciences, recently represented QUB as invited speaker at the 13th Ocean Dialogue in Can Tho, Vietnam.

Queen's-led project to drive better health outcomes and local economy with AI
21 November, 2024

Queen’s University and Ulster University have been successful in a major, UK government funding award to train a new generation of PhD students in the joint area of AI and bio-sciences.

Global Issues Poster Symposium 2024
20 November, 2024

The 3rd Annual Global Issues Poster Symposium, hosted by the School of Biological Sciences, sponsored by the Co-Centre for Climate + Biodiversity + Water proved to be an outstanding success.

SBS Professor Awarded World’s Most Prestigious Food Science Prize
20 November, 2024

At a recent ceremony hosted in Copenhagen, Professor Rudolf Krska from Queen’s University Belfast was honoured with this year’s Nils Foss Excellence Prize.

Celebrating International Men’s Day 2024
19 November, 2024

To celebrate International Men’s Day on Tuesday 19 November 2024, the SWAN committee in the School of Biological Sciences hosted an exciting week long series of events.

World-renowned County Down vet awarded prestigious title
6 November, 2024

Professor Simon Doherty, Senior Lecturer at Queen’s University Belfast, has been awarded an Honorary Professor of Practice for his remarkable dedication to his field.

Study uses wastewater to track flu variants which could detect next pandemic at an early stage
6 November, 2024

Researchers from Queen’s University Belfast have discovered a cutting-edge way to track both human and avian flu variants using wastewater.

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Queen’s hosts Dr Temple Grandin to celebrate 100 Years of Agriculture, Food and Biological Science
14 October, 2024

This week, Queen’s University Belfast excitingly welcomes renowned American academic and animal behaviour expert, Dr Temple Grandin to campus.

DEARA US-Ireland R&D Partnership Programme Award for QUB to Transform Pig Husbandry with AI
11 October, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast secures funding from DAERA as part of the US-Ireland R&D Partnership Programme to use AI for improving piglet survival rates by monitoring feeding patterns and enhancing husbandry practices.

Celebrating Black History Month 2024
9 October, 2024

This month the School of Biological Sciences and IGFS celebrated Black History Month with an exciting Talent Exhibition and International Coffee Morning

Consuming berries, tea and red wine may reduce the risk of dementia, new study shows
18 September, 2024

New research has found that those who consume more foods rich in flavonoids, such as berries, tea, red wine and dark chocolate, could lower their risk of dementia.

Queen's hosts the ESVCN 2024 Congress
17 September, 2024

Queen's University were delighted to host the European Society for Veterinary and Comparative Nutrition (ESVCN) Congress, and the associated activities of the European College of Veterinary and Comparative Nutrition (ECVCN), for 3 days last week.

UG Welcome Day 2024
12 September, 2024

A big welcome to all our new Undergraduate Students, including our American cohort from Northeastern University!

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