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Biotechnology uses knowledge obtained about organisms at the molecular level to inform diagnostic and therapeutic decisions, create new treatments using stem- and gene-therapies, produce novel biopharmaceuticals and help address global problems such as world hunger through genetically modified plants. The Program in Applied Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (AMBB) will prepare students to work in a wide variety of biotechnology-related settings. With a locked-step curriculum, the program emphasizes hands-on training and practical experience, while providing a solid foundation in the basic subjects from which biotechnology evolved. Faculty from academia and industry give students a broad perspective of biotechnology鈥檚 applications and possibilities. Integrated into the curriculum are required practical internships, where students gain additional experience in real world laboratory settings.

Freshmen enter as AMBB interest majors. In order to enter the AMBB major at the end of the sophomore year certain criteria are required: a minimum cumulative 2.9 GPA and completion of at least 60 credit hours, including the prerequisite courses. Admission to the AMBB-BS major is competitive and is determined by academic achievement.

AREAS OF STUDY

Biotechnology and Biopharmaceutical Sciences

Applied Molecular Biology and Recombinant DNA

Genomics, Genetics and Protein Science

Molecular Diagnostics

CAREER OPTIONS

Biotech and Biopharmaceutical industry

Research and Development in Academic or Industry Setting

Core Facilities

Molecular Diagnostics

Regulatory affairs or sales

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Science-focused doctoral programs

Public health programs

Professional health-focused grad programs (Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary)