Overview of Research

Arthritis is a major public health problem and one of the leading causes of disability worldwide. Genetic and environmental factors contribute to the onset of degenerative joint diseases such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. The heterogeneity of these chronic diseases presents therapeutic challenges and joint replacement surgery remains the only viable strategy to restore joint function in advanced disease.

Biology is a campus leader with respect to engaging undergraduates in research in collaboration with faculty.

Many of our students conduct independent research as part of their departmental and university honors requirements.

The Environmental Justice Scholars is a new initiative to provide students with opportunities to collaborate with community partners to act as stewards of environmental justice.

Earth Week is hosted by the Environment Program every spring semester. To learn how to get involved in the meantime, read the informational flyer below.

If you are interested in participating in the next Earth Week as a vendor, contact kjkahn@loyno.edu. 

View the Earth Week 2025 Lineup 

In accordance with the requirements of the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education, students who are seeking middle school certification (grades 4-8) need to major in one of the following areas:

The minor in Environmental Studies at Loyola University New Orleans requires 21 hours of coursework. Students are required to take two foundations courses. In addition, students are required to complete five (5) different courses equaling 15 semester hours from the following three course areas: Natural Sciences, Social Science, and Humanities. Two courses (6crs) must be taken in the Natural Sciences area, and three courses (9crs) in the Humanities & Social Sciences area. 

How would you like to save the world? Research indicates that global climate change is one of the most pressing and dangerous issues facing our world.

We live in a time of unprecedented environmental change. Global climate change affects nearly every aspect of life on our planet.

The Environment Program offers degrees in: