Department of Biological Sciences

We had so much fun today meeting new students!! The Biology Ambassadors were so happy to help their peers find their classes. We even had a little puppy therapy! 🐾

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Gout and Dr. Smith on receiving prestigious NSF CAREER Awards!

Their innovative research will explore genetic errors and invasive species, advancing scientific discovery while creating new opportunities for students and researchers at Mississippi State University.

We are proud to celebrate this outstanding achievement by two members of our Department of Biological Sciences!

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MSU biologists win prestigious NSF CAREER awards to explore genetic errors, invasive species MSU biologists win prestigious NSF CAREER awards to explore genetic errors, invasive species Contact: Sarah Nicholas STARKVILLE, Miss.—Two Mississippi State University faculty members in the Department of Biological Sciences have received prestigious National Science Foundation CAREER awards suppo...

Congratulations to Rhonda Hannah on being named a recipient of the Mississippi State University Donald W. Zacharias Distinguished Staff Award!

This prestigious recognition honors staff members who demonstrate exceptional dedication, service, leadership, and commitment to the university community. Your hard work, professionalism, and the countless ways you support the Department of Biological Sciences and Mississippi State University do not go unnoticed.

Thank you for everything you do for our students, faculty, and staff each day. We are incredibly proud to celebrate this well-deserved honor with you!

Congratulations to the university staff members who were recognized for their exemplary professionalism and dedication with this year’s Donald W. Zacharias Distinguished Staff Awards!

“This is one of the most dynamic universities anywhere in the nation, and it’s great because of the people I’m looking at—all of you. Y’all run this campus,” said MSU President Mark E. Keenum, who presented the awards and congratulated award winners, as well as all nominees.

🎉 Celebrating Excellence in the College of Arts & Sciences! 🧬

The Mississippi State University College of Arts & Sciences recently recognized outstanding faculty for excellence in research, teaching, and service at its annual Spring Awards ceremony.

👏 We are especially proud to highlight Amy Dapper, associate professor in Biological Sciences, who was recognized for her contributions to research in the natural and physical sciences.

Dr. Dapper’s continued impact in evolutionary genetics and her dedication to advancing scientific discovery reflect the strength and innovation of our department.

Join us in congratulating Dr. Dapper on this well-deserved recognition! 🧪✨



https://www.msstate.edu/newsroom/article/2026/04/msus-college-arts-and-sciences-recognizes-faculty-spring-awards

MSU professor helps uncover widespread genetic exchange in disease-causing parasites

https://www.msstate.edu/newsroom/article/2026/04/msu-professor-helps-uncover-widespread-genetic-exchange-disease-causing