Biochemists and Biophysicists

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Biochemists study proteins, DNA and the chemical reactions inside cells, to develop medicines, vaccines, biofuels and better crops. Most work in drug and biotech companies, universities and government labs.

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• Biology · Science

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• Pre-Algebra · Math

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• Veterinary Science · Career and Technical

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• English 10 · English

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• Computer Science Principles · Computer Science

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• Physical Education · Health and PE

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