Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology

The Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology focuses on understanding how living organisms develop, adapt, and evolve over time. It studies a wide range of life forms—from plants and animals to microorganisms—to reveal the biological processes that shape diversity and survival. By examining these processes, the department helps us understand the history of life on Earth, how species change, and the connections between different forms of life. Its research combines fieldwork, lab studies, and computational analysis to address fundamental questions about biology, evolution, and the underlying mechanisms that drive the diversity of life.