ABE Blog
From classroom success stories and student projects to biotech trends and lab tips, the ABE blog highlights the people, ideas, and innovations that shape biotechnology education. Have a story to share? Submit it through our ABE Story Submission Form.
Governor's Visit Highlights Biotech Learning in Rhode Island Classrooms
October 14, 2026
Students in Cumberland, Rhode Island, experienced a memorable day this past spring. Not only did they successfully complete a hands-on biotechnology lab, but the governor, Dan McKee, was there to witness their success. Dr. Doreen Osgood, director of ABE Rhode Island and clinical associate professor in the University of Rhode Island (URI)…
PCR: The Gold Standard of COVID Tests
March 16, 2022
In 2019, scientists first became aware of a new virus that was spreading in China. The disease, soon recognized as a coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2),…
Practical Internships Build Skills
March 1, 2022
Work experience allows young adults to learn key skills and explore industries that may be of interest to them, whether in the biosciences or…
Creating Community-Driven Genomic Data for Native Peoples
March 3, 2022
While pursuing a PhD in cancer biology, Krystal Tsosie had a stark realization: that the therapeutics she might ultimately develop may not in the end…
Can Mushrooms Cure Disease?
February 25, 2022
When many people think of fungi, they simply think mushroom. However, Kingdom Fungi is a vast and diverse group of eukaryotic organisms found…
ABE Program Sites Scale for Sustainability
February 14, 2022
In this monthly feature, the Program Office highlights strategies different sites are using to scale for depth, spread, shift, and sustainability. In…
Strategies to Address Equity in a Global Program
February 11, 2022
How does a global science education program approach equity? As the ABE program deepens its commitment to providing relevant and accessible…
Creating Safe Spaces for Science Through ABE Kentucky
November 20, 2021
For 12 years as a health teacher, Diane Courington had a core goal for all her classes: to create a safe space for everyone. This drive was born out…
ABE Program Sites Scale for Depth
November 20, 2021
In this new blog series, the Program Office will highlight strategies different program sites are using to scale for depth, spread, shift, and…