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What is Cognitive Science? Cognitive science is the interdisciplinary study of human behaviour and intelligence, with a focus on how information is perceived, processed and transformed. The field draws from anthropology, biology,…
What is a Clinical Trial? A clinical trial is a research study conducted using human volunteers with the goal of answering specific questions about new therapies, vaccines or diagnostic procedures,…
What is Cellular Manufacturing and Therapy? Cellular therapy is the transplantation of human cells to replace or repair damaged tissue and/or cells. With new technologies, innovative products, and limitless imagination, many…
Do you have excellent people skills? Do you want to make a difference to other people’s lives? Are you compassionate, caring, helpful and have excellent communication skills? If so, this…
What is Geophysics? Geophysics is the study of the physical processes of the Earth through the use of physics and mathematics – and applying this to our understanding of the…
What is Medicinal Chemistry? Medicinal Chemistry is the creation and refinement of molecules for the purpose of creating or improving pharmaceutical drugs. Medicinal chemistry is a combination of applied and basic sciences.…
What is Physiology? Physiology is the study of investigating animals and humans at the level of cells, tissues, organ systems, and the body as it operates as a whole. Physiology…
What is Food Product Development? Product development is the process of bringing a product from concept all the way through to market. Food product development is the development of new or…
Do you have an interest in living things, life and all things that come with that? Do you have an analytical mind? Are you inquisitive and want to delve into…
What is Immunology? Immunology is the study of the structure and functions of the immune system in all organisms. The immune system is the system within an organism that is…
What are Cheminformatics and Toxicology? Cheminformatics is the use of information technology to help chemists investigate problems, organize, analyze and understand scientific data in the development of novel compounds, materials,…
What is Podiatric Medicine? Podiatric Medicine is the branch of healthcare-associated with the foot, ankle, and connecting parts of the leg. A podiatrist is a foot doctor and will have…
What is Clinical Research? Clinical Research refers to any research carried out on humans. It focuses on improving our knowledge of diseases, developing new diagnostic methods, treatments, and medical devices…
What is Mental Health Nursing? Mental health nurses are responsible for planning and providing support and medical and nursing care to people who have a range of mental health issues.…
Have you an interest in learning about diseases, their origin, how to treat them and developing equipment in health treatments? Do you have a critical mind and want to be…
What is Social Science? Social Sciences are all about how people interact with each other, behave, develop as a culture, and influence the world. The social sciences are all about…
What is Neuroscience? Neuroscience is the study of the brain and the nervous system. It combines physiology, anatomy, molecular biology, developmental biology, cytology, computer science, and mathematical modeling to try…
What is Nanoscience? Nanoscience refers to the study, manipulation, and engineering of structures and materials on an ultra-small scale. A nanometre is one-millionth of a millimeter, large molecules like plastics…
What is Biological & Biomedical Sciences? Biological and Biomedical science is all about the study of life and the processes of life. Biological science is the broad term for any…