Microbiology
Microbiologists study microscopic organisms like bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa to discover cures for diseases, increase growth and nutrition for our food supply, and safeguard the quality of life we enjoy.
There are billions of species of microbes on our planet, and many different types of microbiologists that study them:
- Biochemists: Study the chemistry and DNA of living organisms.
- Biotechnologists: Use living organisms to make useful products.
- Environmental Scientists: Develop solutions for environmental problems and how chemistry, biology, and geophysical activity effect the environment.
- Geneticists: Study the science of genes, heredity, and how organisms inherit and transmit genetic information.
- Immunologists: Study the immune system and how our body defends itself against invading microbes.
- Virologists: Study viruses and how they infect our cells.
Get Involved
Lab Experience/Mentored Research
Phage Hunters
MMBio Association
Ready to make your discovery?
- Contribute to faculty research from HIV to bacterial genetics to DNA structure.
- Explore an interest of your own with mentored research.
Start researching as a freshman with Phage Hunters, a year-long program focusing on finding and understanding phages (viruses) affecting the health of bees and trees.
Be a part of the MMBio community!
- Make friends with similar interests.
- Enjoy perks like field trips, leadership opportunities, and fun activities.
What can I do with my degree?
Physician
Care for patients of conduct medical research.
Dentist or Orthodontist
Prevent disease and care for patients' teeth and gums.
Immunologist
Study the immune system and invading microbes.
Researcher
Discover new cell processes, microbes, and medicine.
And More:
From environmental scientist to university professor, and from business executive to food scientist, a microbiology degree can open many doors!
Start a Career
A microbiology major gives you the option to start working as soon as your graduate: be a lab technician, work in quality control, or do government or industry research.
Medical/ Professional School
Double dip! Many required medical or dental school courses are covered by the microbiology program. You could also consider patent law or an MBA.
Graduate School
Conduct your own research in graduate school. A graduate degree prepares you to direct research, teach students, or assume executive-level positions within government or industry.
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