Academic unit: Faculty of Biological Sciences
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How Do Plants in the Atacama Desert Adapt to Drought?
After studying more than thirty plant species that survive in one of the driest places on Earth, a team led by UC Biological Sciences professor and researcher…
UC Chile Joins the Major Leagues of World Science
The efforts of UC Chile’s researchers have transcended national borders, reaching the global scientific stage through international partnerships and alliances…
Dr. Alexis Kalergis Honored as One of the World’s 50 Most Inspirational Scientists
Dr. Alexis Kalergis, Director of the Millennium Institute of Immunology and Immunotherapy (MIII) and Full Professor in the Faculties of Biological Sciences and…
UC Chile Professor Rodrigo Gutiérrez Becomes Associate Member of Prestigious International Scientific Organization
This recognition highlights Professor Gutiérrez’s career in life sciences and his significant contribution to the field of biological research worldwide.
Researchers from Beijing’s Tsinghua University Visit UC Chile to Explore Areas of Scientific Collaboration
The visit by a delegation of distinguished researchers from Tsinghua University—a leading university in China and Asia—aims to foster joint initiatives and…
Researcher Juan Carlos Castilla Highlight ECIM as a Beacon for Marine Conservation
Established four decades ago in Las Cruces, UC Chile Coastal Marine Research Station (ECIM) emerged in response to the need for a dedicated hub for marine…
Why is Chile uniquely beautiful, and how can we keep it that way?
The geography of Chile, a long and narrow strip of land, gives rise to diverse climates and terrains, resulting in a wide variety of ecosystems and a rich…
The Role of ‘Blue Foods’ for a Sustainable Future
Despite their numerous benefits, blue foods continue to be largely overlooked in the design of sustainable and resilient food systems worldwide, even though…
Fly Brain Research Provides Insight into Diseases of the Human Brain
A groundbreaking study led by PhD in Biological Sciences, Francisca Rojo, could be key to understanding the development of brain structures and provide new…
Amazing Microscope Images taken by Two UC Chile Students Surprise Scientists
Two doctoral students from the Biological Sciences Faculty were recognised for their unique microscopic images showing a group of rat sensory neurons. Whilst…
'Blue food revolution': great way to feed the world without destroying the planet
A group of international researchers calls to take advantage of the great diversity of ‘blue’ or aquatic foods in the coming decades. The group focuses on the…
Why Driest Desert on Earth Sometimes Blooms? And What Secrets Reveals?
In one of the driest places on earth, the Atacama Desert, a flower blanket occurs every time the right amount of rainfall and temperature come together to…