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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
Examples of life science in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
The potential change is part of a $150 million proposal to create the Commonwealth Center for Biomedical Excellence, a campus focusing on innovation, entrepreneurship and life sciences, according to a press release Wednesday from Kenton County.
—Jolene Almendarez, The Enquirer, 14 Mar. 2024
Genesis is one of three downtown projects trying to attract life science tenants.
—Natallie Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Mar. 2024
Bettman/Getty Images Over time, Charles River became an increasingly sophisticated, full-service partner to life sciences companies and researchers.
—Erika Fry, Fortune, 27 Jan. 2024
San Diego’s tech and life science industries saw a number of layoffs to end the year as companies refocused budgets amid persistent inflation and a tougher fundraising environment.
—Natallie Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Mar. 2024
Separately, a biotech company, Exelixis, disclosed a decision to chop 143 jobs in Alameda, where the life sciences firm has its headquarters.
—George Avalos, The Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2024
Original story reprinted with permission from Quanta Magazine, an editorially independent publication of the Simons Foundation whose mission is to enhance public understanding of science by covering research developments and trends in mathematics and the physical and life sciences.
—Nora Bradford, WIRED, 3 Mar. 2024
As the son of two physicians, and with a sister who is a cardiologist, Weber grew up in a family focused on medicine and life sciences.
—Chase Feiger, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2024
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In some medical specialties, the situation is even more dire.
—Paul Berggreen, STAT, 15 Feb. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1941, in the meaning defined above
Dictionary Entries Near life science
Cite this Entry
“Life science.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/life%20science. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.
Kids Definition
life science
noun
: a branch of science (as biology, medicine, and sometimes anthropology or sociology) that deals with living things and life processes
—usually used in plural
Medical Definition
life science
noun
: a branch of science (as biology and medicine) that deals with living organisms and life processes
—usually used in plural
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