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Biotechnology Breakthroughs Honored in 2020
UW Applied Biotechnology Program Manager, Dr. Melinda Verdone, features the key scientists behind the biotech breakthroughs acknowledged in 2020.
UW Applied Biotechnology Course Wins ADEIL Distinguished Course Award
ABT 705: Ethics, Safety, and Regulatory Environments in Biotechnology won a Distinguished Course award from ADEIL.
The Business of Biotechnology: Leadership, Investments, and High School Teachers
Former UW Applied Biotechnology Program Manager Dr. Melinda Verdone focuses on the business side of biotechnology.
Emerging Biotechnology Trends in the Food Industry
Former UW Applied Biotechnology Program Manager Dr. Melinda Verdone highlights three emerging biotechnology developments in the food industry.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within Biotechnology
Along with many industries, biotechnology struggles with racial and gender inequalities. Change is needed in various areas. Here are a few.
Online UW Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree Begins Accepting Applications
Earn a degree, complete prerequisite courses, or take courses toward a degree through the online UW Associate of Arts and Sciences degree program.
Biotechnology’s Crucial Role in Finding Solutions to COVID-19 and Other Diseases
Advancements in biotechnology allow scientists to quickly develop vaccines and to rapidly screen for promising treatments for diseases, such as COVID-19.
University of Wisconsin Board of Regents Approves New Online Master of Science in Cybersecurity
The 12-course online master's degree in cybersecurity is a collaboration of University of Wisconsin Extended Campus and eight UW System campuses.