91ÌÒÉ« Home Biological Sciences Department News Department News 16 April, 2026 Seminar: April 16 Exploring Sex Differences in Brain Development: A Path from Gene Expression to Apoptosis. Dr. Houng-Wei Tsai, CSU Long Beach 6 October, 2025 91ÌÒÉ« Opens Doors, Minds at Science LIVE! Science LIVE! turned our Hall of Science into an open house, welcoming families, alumni, and future Beach scientists for four hours of hands-on discovery. Departments across CNSM opened labs and classrooms so visitors could see science up close: astronomy on the plaza, creature encounters below ground, and everything in between. 28 August, 2025 Meet Dr. Lamar Thomas, Our New Assistant Professor Throughout her academic career, Dr. Thomas's research has focused on advancing the health of women and children through the study of host–pathogen interactions. Her work aims to understand the role of key bacterial proteins, known as virulence factors, during colonization of the reproductive system, particularly in pregnancy, and urinary tract infections in… 6 August, 2025 Skunks, Urban Coyotes, and Training Tomorrow's Wildlife Experts A leading authority on skunks, coyotes, and how animals adapt to an ever-changing urban environment, Biological Sciences professor Ted Stankowich is training the next generation of wildlife experts and conservationists. 23 July, 2025 Sharks @ The Beach Gives Families a Close Look at Marine Biology Sharks @ The Beach returned to Cal State Long Beach, with opportunities to dive into marine science and connect with the researchers behind the work. Kids dove into crafts and touch tanks, while students, families and community members engaged directly with the researchers behind some of Southern California’s most exciting marine studies. 12 June, 2025 Phil the Stinky Corpse Flower has Completed His Bloom If you missed Phil this time, you can still see a timelapse of his bloom cycle! 22 April, 2025 From Wetlands to Rocket Fuel, How 91ÌÒÉ« is Fighting Climate Change CNSM faculty are tackling climate change head on by advancing clean energy and protecting wildlife. Their research informs policy and drives innovation while opening doors for under-resourced student researchers whose communities often are the first and hardest hit by global warming. 17 April, 2025 CNSM Commencement Award Recipients for 2025 The College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics is proud of each and every one of our graduating students. Here a list of commencement awards given to our students from the graduating class of 2025. 14 November, 2024 Immersive Experience Shines Light on Sand Dollar Lifecycle In the ISPACE 360° Theater, visitors were guided through an immersive and interactive science experience to observe evidence of the sand dollars' adaptation to climate change and engaged in discussion on the consequences for future generations. The exhibit was a collaboration between Drs. Doug Pace (marine biology), Siavash Ahrar (biomedical engineering),… 22 October, 2024 New Faculty in 2024-2025 We are proud to welcome to new faculty in our department for 2024-2025! 18 September, 2024 From Whale Bones to Rocket Science, 3D Printing Transforms Student Research Biology Professor Ted Stankowich utilized 3D printing to give his students a hands-on anatomy lesson in assembling a replicated humpback whale skeleton. The 13-foot model is suspended from the ceiling of the Mammal Lab. These types of collaboration foster a sense of community and achievement for CNSM students. 6 August, 2024 91ÌÒÉ« and California Resources Corporation Combine Forces to Save Coastal Environments The California Resources Corporation and CNSM have teamed up to create the Urban Coast Fund and support research into protecting our local coastline. More News More News