life science
noun
: a branch of science (such as biology, medicine, and sometimes anthropology or sociology) that deals with living organisms and life processes
—usually used in plural
life scientist
noun
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These lesson are usually taught by 7th grade life science teachers and high school biology teachers.
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Emma Hall, Sacramento Bee, 23 May 2024
In a similar vein, Mitch Guss has had a 30-year career as a General Counsel for a number of major global chemical, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and life science companies.
—Janet Markoff, Fortune, 18 May 2024
As for future tenants, the group hopes that the relatively new entrants in the life science and healthcare space, such as Genomics England and Barts Health NHS Trust will cement its position for the years to come.
—Prarthana Prakash, Fortune Europe, 13 May 2024
Biotech and life science companies are investigating the use of generative AI for drug discovery by predicting drug interactions and discovering biomarkers.
—William Mullane, USA TODAY, 12 May 2024
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Emma Hall, Sacramento Bee, 23 May 2024
In a similar vein, Mitch Guss has had a 30-year career as a General Counsel for a number of major global chemical, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and life science companies.
—Janet Markoff, Fortune, 18 May 2024
As for future tenants, the group hopes that the relatively new entrants in the life science and healthcare space, such as Genomics England and Barts Health NHS Trust will cement its position for the years to come.
—Prarthana Prakash, Fortune Europe, 13 May 2024
Biotech and life science companies are investigating the use of generative AI for drug discovery by predicting drug interactions and discovering biomarkers.
—William Mullane, USA TODAY, 12 May 2024
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“Life science.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/life%20science. Accessed 6 Jun. 2024.
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