Welcome to the Physical & Life Sciences interest community!
Members of this community are interested in careers related to the study of non-living systems such as the earth, atmosphere and space or living organisms such as people, animals, and plants.
People who pursue careers in Physical or Life Sciences often work in research roles, which can vary widely in terms of topic, goals, and work setting.
The Microphiles Journal is thrilled to host our second showcase, A Night with Microbiology,featuring Microbiology faculty, graduate, and undergraduate students on 5/29 @6-8pm in the Walker-Ames room, Kane Hall!
Seminar in Citizen Science and Natural History is organizing a nature walk to record biodiversity (a BioBlitz) as part of the global City Nature Challenge. We are looking for participants to help us document plants, fungi and animals using iNaturalist …
If you are a UW Biology Undergraduate doing research or an undergraduate conducting research in a UW Biology lab, please read on!
The Research Committee is organizing a research symposium—the UW BioFest—for you to present your outstanding research on Friday, May 8th, 2026. If you are …
Interested in working in biotech? Hear from UW alumni who have walked the path before you to better understand various pathways and gain career advice. This moderated panel will start with set questions and open up for audience Q&A, so have …
It’s okay if you don’t know exactly what you want to do with your future; right now is the perfect time to explore. Take classes that interest you outside of your major, apply for …
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Considering your career interests and potential trajectories within the physical and life sciences? There are scholarship opportunities that provide both …
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