Molecular Biology Major

This interdisciplinary major is focused on biology and the physical sciences and incorporates a significant amount of mathematics. The major is research-oriented and is designed to prepare students for graduate studies or medical school and careers in biotechnology and the pharmaceutical industry. For further information, consult with the molecular biology faculty, Professors Armstrong, Edwards-Gilbert, Tang, or Wiley.

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