What is Biotechnology?
Biotechnology is an expansive field, founded on human curiosity and ingenuity, and offers opportunity in healthcare, agriculture, and industry.
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Applied Biotechnology Careers and Salaries
Applied biotechnology is biotechnology with an industry focus and emphasis on practical skills that allow graduates to pursue jobs in a variety of settings, such as industrial, food, agriculture, environmental, and healthcare.
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An Inside Look at a UW Applied Biotechnology Course: Ethics, Safety, and Regulatory Environments in Biotechnology
Wondering what a course in the UW Applied Biotechnology program looks like? Learn more about ABT 705: Ethics, Safety, and Regulatory Environments in Biotechnology.
Biotechnology Around the World
Guest writer Dr. Natalie Betz is the Academic Director of the UW Applied Biotechnology program. She examines the role of biotechnology around the world.
Biotechnology Breakthroughs Honored in 2020
UW Applied Biotechnology Program Manager, Dr. Melinda Verdone, features the key scientists behind the biotech breakthroughs acknowledged in 2020.
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.