Dr. Josephine Ngunjiri, a senior lecturer in the Department of Biological Sciences was awarded the 2023 Researcher of the Year Award

The Department of Biological Sciences won the Department of the Year 2022 Award. Dr Josephine Ngunjiri, a senior lecturer receiving the certificate of recognition from the Vice-Chancellor, Prof Daniel Mugendi, at a ceremony held at the University of Embu on 20th December 2022

Mental Health Talk held on 26th February 2025, where invited counsellor Madam Catherine addressed students from the department on navigating university life, the 4-7-8 calm breathing exercise, and Progressive Muscle Relaxation Training.

Handover of equipment from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation by the German Deputy Ambassador Mr Thomas Wimmer to Prof Kiplagat Kotut at the Microbiology Research Laboratory on 3rd December 2020

Mr Thomas Wimmer German Deputy Ambassador (centre) with DVC(ARE) Prof Kiplagat Kotut (right), Director Research Prof Romano Mwirichia (left) and other academic staff (Dr Franklin Nyabuga, Dr Julius Mugweru & Dr Mark Kimani) during the handover of the second donation of equipment from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation at the University of Embu at the Microbiology Research Laboratory on 3rd December 2020.

PROF. ADRIENNE EDKINS VISITS UNIVERSITY OF EMBU Prof. Adrienne Edkins from Rhodes University, South Africa poses for a group photograph with UoEm Biological Sciences Department Staff and Postgraduate students shortly after a seminar presentation on Molecular Chaperones held at the University on 14th May 2019.

Message from Chairman of the Department 

Hello and welcome to the Department of Biological Sciences of the University of Embu.
Biology explores all aspects of life from Biomolecules to Ecosystems and Communities. The Department of Biological Sciences advances an understanding of biological structure and function, and endeavors to develop solutions to address current and emerging problems facing all living organisms in their environments. The department strives to integrate research and teaching to create opportunities in training of future transformative leaders in Biology.
The Department of Biological Sciences is one of the Departments at the School of Pure and Applied Sciences, University of Embu. Founded at the nascent stages of the University, a major goal of the Department is to provide training and promote cutting edge research in areas that are central to Biology now and into the future.
The Department has made remarkable progress in training undergraduate learners in four programmes namely: Bachelor of Science in Biology, Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and Biotechnology, and Bachelor of Science in Environmental Conservation and Natural Resources Management. For details about each programmes, Click Here.
The Department also offers postgraduate training leading to the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy Degrees. The postgraduate programmes include: Applied Microbiology, Applied Parasitology, Genetics, Entomology, Plant Ecology and Biology of Conservation. For details about each programmes, Click Here.
The students at all levels of learning have opportunities to put theoretical experiences into practical use in our well-equipped laboratories.
Our academic staff include a complement of skilled trainers and scientists who strive to advance our knowledge in Biological Sciences. Research in the Department examines life across scales of size, from microorganisms to macro-organisms to the relationships of organisms and populations in ecosystems. Faculty interests are currently identified in three broad areas: Ecology and Environmental Biology, Microbiology and Biotechnology, and Biochemistry and Genetics. These thematic areas are geared towards developing solutions and innovations to emerging societal problems. For details about each faculty member, Click here.
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Dr. Joshua Muli