Year: 2022
Join the Center for Limnology for a Summer Open House!
If you are interested in learning about the world-class research that takes place in the UW Center for Limnology, consider attending our summer open house! These events are free and open to the public.
iBio Emeritus Faculty Steve Carpenter Wins “Blue Water Prize”
The “Blue Water Prize” is awarded to individuals who continuously work to make the Earth more sustainable. The department’s Steve Carpenter has received this award after more than 40 years of research on lake ecosystems. …
iBio’s Valerie Buroker Chosen for Dean’s Prize
Valerie Buroker, Neurobiology and Psychology major, was selected by Eric M. Wilcots as one of the three winners of the 2022 Dean’s Prize! Congrats, Valerie!
iBio Students Accepted into Diversity in Conservation Internship Program!
Several iBio students have been accepted into the 2022 Diversity in Conservation Internship Program! This program will provide the students with meaningful experience and insight into the field of conservation, as well as enlighten them …
Explore Our Communities Smaller Water Bodies at “Pond Exploration Days” Hosted by iBio’s Wilkinson Lab!
The Wilkinson Lab will be at different ponds throughout Madison this summer to help community members learn more about the waters of their neighborhood and to launch a new community-based science initiative!
OnWisconsin Highlights the UW Zoological Museum’s Beetle Colony in Recent Article Titled “UW Mysteries, Secrets, and Hidden Places”
The beetle colony, lying six feet underneath Bascom Hill, was highlighted by OnWisconsin in their recent article featuring several secluded spots on UW campus that few students have ever seen.
iBio’s Jonathon Bryan Earns a 2022-2023 Wisconsin Idea Fellowship!
Congrats to Jonathon Bryan, a triple major in Molecular & Cell Biology, Neurobiology, and Psychology, for earning a 2022-2023 Wisconsin Idea Fellowship!
iBio Research Scientist, Changjiu Zhou, Wins Academic Staff Excellence Award!
Changjiu Zhou, iBio Research Scientist in the Riters Lab, wins the prestigious academic staff excellence award. Award winners are recognized for bringing the university’s mission to life and ensuring that the Wisconsin Idea extends far …
Were U Wondering about how lake ice melts? We explain!
How does lake ice melt? Is it similar to an ice cube? Does it just slowly disappear? UW-Madison Limnology Professor Hilary Dugan explains the fun science behind this common phenomenon.