Kaxil Kiuic: Helen Moyers Biocultural Reserve

Kaxil Kiuic is a unique living laboratory located in the Bolonchen District of the Puuc region of Yucatan, Mexico. The Reserve is managed by the Mexican nonprofit organization Kaxil Kiuic, A.C. and was developed by and is supported in part by Millsaps College. Kaxil Kiuic (pronounced ka-sheel kee-week) is the first private entity of its kind in the State of Yucatan.

Blue Ridge Field Biology

A study of community ecology emphasizing field techniques. As we travel from Millsaps to the Blue Ridge Center for Environmental Stweardship in northern Virginia, we have the opportunity to study a variety of community types, from cypress swamps in Mississippi to the mixed hardwood forest at the Blue Ridge Center and the balsam fir forest at high elevations in Shenandoah National Park.

Tropical Field Biology

Research emphasis in ornithology, zooarcheology, and paleontology. Conservation biology and paleoecology of birds in the Andes Mountains of Ecuador and the Yucatan penisula of Mexico.

Molecular Biology Core Lab

This laboratory has many of the tools used in DNA, RNA and protein research, including thermocyclers for PCR and RT-PCR, one- and two-dimensional gel apparati and transfer modules, gel documentation system, tetrad dissector, and an Experion automated electrophoresis system.

Greenhouse

This facility consists of one greenhouse and an adjoining classroom. Students utilize this space for independent projects, and specimens are maintained here for use in classroom activities.

Multi-Headed Scope

Ideal for group examinations and demonstrations.

Core Microscopy Suite

State of the art fluorescence/DIC microscopes and software.