Microbiologists study microorganisms such as bacteria, algae, and fungi. They investigate the growth, structure, and other characteristics of these organisms.
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- Microbiologists
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What do they typically do
- Plan and conduct research projects, such as improving sterilization procedures or developing drugs to combat infectious diseases
- Perform laboratory experiments for a variety of purposes, such as to inform the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses
- Isolate and maintain cultures of microorganisms for study
- Identify and classify microorganisms found in specimens collected from humans, plants, animals, or the environment
- Monitor the effect of microorganisms on plants, animals, other microorganisms, or the environment
- Prepare technical reports and make recommendations based on research findings
- Attend conferences and present research findings
- Supervise biological technicians and evaluate the accuracy of their results
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- Education Most require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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