Fredonia’s $60 million Science Center is one of the most advanced undergraduate science facilities in the SUNY system, giving students access to state-of-the-art laboratories, instrumentation, and collaborative learning spaces. Home to the Biology and Chemistry & Biochemistry departments, the center supports both academic coursework and hands-on research that prepares students for graduate school, professional programs, and STEM careers.
Cutting-Edge Learning & Research
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Early Research Opportunities: Students can work side by side with faculty on research projects as early as their sophomore year.
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Beyond the Classroom: Programs emphasize lab and field experiences, connecting theory with real-world application.
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STEM Corridor Advantage: With the renovated Houghton Hall next door, Fredonia has established a graduate-level STEM corridor accessible to undergraduates, offering facilities and opportunities that are rarely found at this level.
Specialized Laboratories
The Science Center includes dedicated labs for:
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Microbiology
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Genetics
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Cell & Developmental Biology
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Immunology
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Anatomy & Physiology
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Aquatic & Animal Ecology
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Environmental Chemistry
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Biochemistry & Crystallography
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Chemical Ecology & Medicinal Chemistry
Equipment Highlights
Students and faculty work with professional-grade technology, including:
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Fluorescent and confocal microscopes for advanced tissue and cellular analysis
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Genetic sequencing equipment for DNA research
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Scanning electron microscope
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Crystal X-ray diffractometer
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Gas chromatograph/mass spectrometer
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Animal colony and environmental growth chambers
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Research greenhouse for plant and ecological studies
Outcomes That Stand Out
Fredonia science graduates enjoy high placement rates in competitive graduate and professional programs, often with assistantships or funding packages, thanks to the strength of their lab experience and research training.