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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Mesa Laboratories continues to focus on expanding its market presence through acquisitions and organic growth, with a particular emphasis on the life sciences tools and quality control solutions markets.
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Quartz Bot, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
Silvia Ferrara Before joining Discover Magazine, Paul spent over 20 years as a science journalist, specializing in U.S. life science policy and global scientific career issues.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 6 Nov. 2024
What breakthroughs might soon become possible in the life sciences, in robotics, in materials science, in the fight against climate change?
—Rob Toews, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
The Biden administration this week is hosting a first-of-its-kind international summit about the use of artificial intelligence in the life sciences as governments and private industry increasingly push the boundaries of biotechnology.
—Alison Snyder, Axios, 31 Oct. 2024
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Quartz Bot, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
Silvia Ferrara Before joining Discover Magazine, Paul spent over 20 years as a science journalist, specializing in U.S. life science policy and global scientific career issues.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 6 Nov. 2024
What breakthroughs might soon become possible in the life sciences, in robotics, in materials science, in the fight against climate change?
—Rob Toews, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
The Biden administration this week is hosting a first-of-its-kind international summit about the use of artificial intelligence in the life sciences as governments and private industry increasingly push the boundaries of biotechnology.
—Alison Snyder, Axios, 31 Oct. 2024
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“Life science.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/life%20science. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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