Microbiology is the study of living organisms of microscopic size generally organisms <1mm = microorganism (microbe). It Consists of 5 groups of organisms: bacteria, protozoa, viruses, algae, and fungi. And a microbiologist is a scientist who studies living organisms and infectious agents many of which can only be seen with a microscope.
Microbiologists study and investigate micro-organisms and their relationships with man, animals and plants. Today microbiologists work as integral members of interdisciplinary teams in laboratories of hospitals, clinics, universities, industry and government. They are on the cutting edge of science. Microbiologists can specialize in a variety of areas. From the food to the space industries, and everywhere in between, there are many opportunities for microbiologists! Below is given the list of career option depending on the area of specialization:
Bacteriologist: Study of Bacteria, bacterial growth, metabolism, diversity and evolution.
Biochemist: Study of Organism, how organisms obtain energy, consume nutrients and reproduce.
Biotechnologist: Manipulate genes in order to modify microorganisms. Their work produced novel organisms that make new products for human use. (i.e. insulin, medicine, grocery store items).
Cell Biologists:Explore the actions of molecules on and in the cell. Their investigations determine how microorganisms and cell function.
Environmental Scientists: Investigate the effects of biological, chemical, and geophysical activity on the environment. Their studies provide information necessary for helping humanity cope with the consequences of life.
Geneticists: The language of life is written with four letters, A, C, G, and T. Each letter taken by itself is meaningless. But together the letter create a code of life. Geneticists study the process by which organisms inherit and transmit genetic information.
Immunologists: Investigate the body's defense against disease. to answer basic questions about bacterial growth, metabolism, diversity and evolution.
Mycologist: Explore the various uses of molds and yeasts for the production of antibiotics as well as food.
Parasitologists: Investigate the complex life cycles of and adaptations made by organisms which depend on other organisms for survival.
Science Writer: Write articles for the general public as well as for microbiology professionals. They must have a thorough understanding of language, grammar and science.
Teachers: Educate students about the usefulness and uniqueness of microorganisms.
Virologists: Study viruses and bacteriophages. Virologists are interested in how viruses change and are always on the alert for new types.
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