University of Crete, Department of Biology

Exciting Visit from High School Students to the Department of Biology at the University of Crete! We were delighted to welcome students from high schools in Heraklion, Ierapetra, Agios Nikolaos, Rethymno, and Chania to our Department of Biology at the University of Crete! Our visitors had the opportunity to explore our research laboratories, attend a presentation on fluorescence microscopy, and learn about the career prospects and academic paths of a biologist. We truly appreciate their enthusiasm and active participation! A special thank you to our volunteer student guides and faculty members for their invaluable contribution in making this visit a success! #Biology #UniversityOfCrete #STEMEducation #ScienceForFuture

Θα θέλαμε να εκφράσουμε τα θερμά συγχαρητήρια στον Καθηγητή του Τμήματος μας, κ. Γεώργιο Γαρίνη για την απονομή του Βραβείου Έρευνας που του απονεμήθηκε από το Πανεπιστήμιο Κρήτης για το 2024 λαμβάνοντας την πλειοψηφία της Επιτροπής. Η αναγνώριση αυτή αντικατοπτρίζει την ποιότητα, την ποσότητα και τη διεθνή απήχηση της έρευνας του, καθώς και την προσέλκυση σημαντικών ανταγωνιστικών Διεθνών χρηματοδοτήσεων. Αποτελεί σημαντική αναγνώριση της επιστημονικής και ερευνητικής αριστείας κοσμώντας το Τμήμα Βιολογίας και το Πανεπιστήμιο Κρήτης.

📌 Κύκλος διαλέξεων “Η Βιολογία στην πόλη” | «Βγάζοντας νόηµα. Απ’ όσα ξέρουµε,όσα δεν ξέρουµε (και, ίσως, δεν µπορούµε να µάθουµε) για το νόηµα» Η τέταρτη διάλεξη του θεµατικού κύκλου οµιλιών “Η Βιολογία στην πόλη” θα πραγματοποιηθεί στις 31 Ιανουαρίου 2025 και ώρα 19.00 µ.µ. από τον Δήµαρχο Ηρακλείου και Καθηγητή του Πανεπιστηµίου Κρήτης, κ. Αλέξη Καλοκαιρινό µε θέµα : «Βγάζοντας νόηµα. Απ’ όσα ξέρουµε, όσα δεν ξέρουµε (και, ίσως, δεν µπορούµε να µάθουµε) για το νόηµα» 📍 Αίθουσα «Μανόλης Καρέλλης» (οδός Ανδρόγεω 2, 2ος Όροφος)

As part of the courses "Aquaculture" and "Benthic Ecology," our students had the unique opportunity to visit a hatchery near Sitia, where they explored cutting-edge methods in the cultivation and management of aquatic organisms. They also experienced an extraordinary underwater exploration in Elounda using ROV technology! A heartfelt thank you to our professors Mr. Koumoundouros and Mr. Karakassis for this amazing initiative. We can’t wait for the department’s next trip! #biology #aquacalture #benthicbiology #education #marinebiology

Our students had the opportunity to visit the facilities of Diamantakis Winery as part of the "Green Biotechnology" lab course. They gained first-hand insight into the wine production process, from the vineyard to bottling. During the guided tour, they explored the connection between biology and the art of winemaking, acquiring valuable knowledge about the microbiological and biochemical processes that contribute to the creation of wine. We sincerely thank the winery for their hospitality and this invaluable experience! Special thanks to the department head, Mr. Kalantidis, for his initiative in making this visit possible. #biology #biotechnology #undergraduates #education

On Monday, October 21st, an informational meeting was held for the first-year students of the Department of Biology at the University of Crete. During the event, the Department Chair delivered a welcoming address, followed by an overview of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, as well as the department's primary research directions. Additionally, students were introduced to the university's support services, including presentations from the Student Counseling Center, the Library, and the University's Committee on Gender Equality and Anti-Discrimination. #biology #students #undergraduates #edication

On Friday, October 18, at the initiative of the Department of Biology, a series of public lectures open to the general public began. The first speaker was Mr. Garinis, a professor of Genetics in the Department of Biology and an affiliated member of the Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology. In his lecture titled «Aging: A Journey of the Human Body Through Time,» Mr. Garinis presented the biological concept of aging, its main causes, and the efforts to reverse it in a clear and accessible manner for all. We congratulate Mr. Garinis for his lecture, as well as the Department of Biology for the initiative, and we look forward to attending the next speaker. #aging #biology

We are proud to see our students participate in this year's "Researcher's Day," organized by FORT. Our undergraduates showcased their work, representing their labs. We look forward to seeing their contributions in future conferences. Great job, everyone!!

🔍Researchers' Night is here!!

Tελετή Ορκωμοσίας - Απονομή Διδακτορικών Διπλωμάτων, Μεταπτυχιακών Διπλωμάτων και Πτυχίων του Τμήματος Βιολογίας της Σχολής Θετικών & Τεχνολογικών Επιστημών | 26 Ιουλίου 2024 Θερμά συγχαρητήρια στους αποφοίτους και καλή σταδιοδρομία !! 🎓🎓 Graduation Ceremony - Conferment of Doctoral Degrees, Master's Degrees, and Bachelor's Degrees in the Biology Department of the Faculty of Applied & Technological Sciences | July, 2024 Heartfelt congratulations to all the graduates on this momentous achievement, and best wishes for a successful career ahead!" 🎓🎓