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Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists
Conduct research dealing with the understanding of human diseases and the improvement of human health. Engage in clinical investigation, research and development, or other related activities.
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Realistic
Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
Investigative
Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
Artistic
Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.
Work Values
Achievement
Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
Recognition
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.
Independence
Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
Salary & Job Outlook
Starting Salary
$59,910.00
New York StateMedian Salary
$83,110.00
New York StateExperienced Salary
$130,190.00
New York StateNational Average for Comparison
New York State Job Market Outlook
Jobs Right Now (2018)
9,840
professionals in NYFuture Job Growth (2030)
13,010
+317 jobs/yearNew Jobs Every Year
1,126
new opportunities yearlyGrowth Rate
0.3%
projected increasePreparation: Experience, Training, and Education
The list below outlines the prior educational experience required to perform in this occupation.
More School - Graduate or advanced degree
Experience Requirements
Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience are needed for these occupations. Many require more than five years of experience. For example, surgeons must complete four years of college and an additional five to seven years of specialized medical training to be able to do their job.
Education Requirements
Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).
Training Details
Employees may need some on-the-job training, but most of these occupations assume that the person will already have the required skills, knowledge, work-related experience, and/or training.
Transferrable Skills and Experience
These occupations often involve coordinating, training, supervising, or managing the activities of others to accomplish goals. Very advanced communication and organizational skills are required. Examples include pharmacists, lawyers, astronomers, biologists, clergy, physician assistants, and veterinarians.
School Programs
The following lists school programs which are applicable to this occupation.
Licensing & Certification
New York State requires workers in this occupation to hold a license or certification.
Medical Physicist in Diagnostic Radiological Physics
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Learn MoreSkills
The list below includes the skills required by workers in this occupation; skills are what allow you to learn more quickly and improve your performance.
Writing
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Science
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Complex Problem Solving
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Skill level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Knowledge
The list below includes knowledge items, the principles and facts required by this occupation.
Biology
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
Chemistry
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Knowledge level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Work Environment
The list below includes the physical and social factors that influence the nature of work in this occupation.
Hover over or tap each factor to see its description.
Work Styles
Included in the list below are the personal work style characteristics that can affect how well a worker is likely to perform in this occupation.
Achievement/Effort
Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
Analytical Thinking
Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
Attention to Detail
Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Cooperation
Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Dependability
Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
Initiative
Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
Innovation
Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
Integrity
Job requires being honest and ethical.
Persistence
Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
Self-Control
Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
Tools & Technology
This list below describes the machines, equipment, tools, software, and information technology that workers in this occupation will use.
Tools
- Absorption tubes
- Atomic absorption AA spectrophotometers
- Autoclaves
- Automated centrifuges
- Automated deoxyribonucleic acid DNA sequencers
- Balances
- Beta counters
- Binocular light compound microscopes
- Blenders
- Blood gas machines
- Bomb calorimeters
- Bone ultrasound densitometers
- Capillary electrophoresis equipment
- Carbon dioxide CO2 incubators
- Cell disruptors
- Centrifuges
- Chemistry analyzers
- Chromatographic tubes
- Coagulation machines
- Cold vapor atomic absorption spectrophotometers
- Colorimeters
- Computerized axial tomography CAT scanners
- Confocal microscopes
- Coulter counters
- Crossflow filtration systems
- Cuvettes
- Cyclotrons
- Deoxyribonucleic acid DNA synthesizers
- Desktop computers
- Developing tanks
Technology
- Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop
- BioArray Software Environment BASE
- Database software
- ESRI ArcGIS software
- FileMaker Pro
- IBM Notes
- IBM SPSS Statistics
- Integrated development environment IDE software
- LexisNexis
- Linux
- Medical Scientists MediSave
- Microsoft Dynamics
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Exchange
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Duties
Duties are job behaviors describing activities that occur on multiple jobs. The generalized and detailed work activities described in the list below apply to this occupation.
- collect samples for testing
- use biological testing instruments
- use microscope
- use laboratory equipment
- communicate technical information
- make presentations on health or medical issues
- present research papers or dissertations on health science issues
- make presentations
- confer with scientists
- order medical laboratory tests
- prepare reports
- prepare technical reports or related documentation
- perform noninvasive medical diagnostic techniques
- conduct medical tests
- take vital signs
- direct and coordinate scientific research or investigative studies
- direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff
- adhere to safety procedures
- cultivate micro-organisms for study, testing, or medical preparations
- develop safety regulations
- write research or project grant proposals
- develop policies, procedures, methods, or standards
- develop plans for programs or projects
- advise clients or customers
- provide expert testimony on research results
- advise other medical practitioners on disease-related issues
- recommend further study or action based on research data
- advise governmental or industrial personnel
- convert information into instructional program
- conduct training for personnel
- teach health personnel
- teach principles of medicine or laboratory procedures
- explain complex mathematical information
- interpret medical laboratory test results
- interpret psychological test results
- interpret x-rays
- write scholarly or technical research papers
- write technical health or medical documents
- explain genetic data
- establish and maintain relationships with health specialists or civic groups
- calculate medical diagnostic test results
- develop tables depicting data
- identify body response variations
- understand properties or composition of drugs
- understand pharmaceutical formulas
- understand drug products
- isolate and identify micro-organisms
- examine biological or other material specimens under microscope
- record test results, test procedures, or inspection data
- plan scientific research or investigative studies
- analyze biological research, test, or analysis data
- analyze medical data
- analyze scientific research data or investigative findings
- analyze chemical experimental, test, or analysis data or findings
- conduct clinical investigations
- conduct field research or investigative studies
- conduct laboratory research or experiments
- conduct medical laboratory tests
- conduct standardized qualitative laboratory analyses
- conduct standardized quantitative laboratory analyses
- perform statistical analysis
- conduct analyses or tests of biological material samples
- conduct tests or analyses of blood samples
- test air quality, noise, temperature, or radiation
- forecast or predict phenomena based upon research data
- conduct analyses or tests of organic compounds
- standardize drug dosages or methods of immunization
- use computers to enter, access or retrieve data
- use relational database software
- use spreadsheet software
- use word processing or desktop publishing software
- develop or maintain databases
- make decisions
- collect scientific or technical data
- collect clinical data
- collect statistical data
- research health improvement issues
- research human or animal disease
- develop new products based on scientific research results
- develop scientific or mathematical hypotheses, theories, or laws
- confer with research personnel
- use chemical testing or analysis procedures
- use clinical problem solving techniques
- apply drug information to patient treatment
- use government regulations
- use hazardous materials information
- use health or sanitation standards
- follow infectious materials procedures
- use interpersonal communication techniques
- use knowledge of relevant laws
- use medical diagnostic techniques
- use medical lab techniques
- use oral or written communication techniques
- use research methodology procedures in health care
- use scientific research methodology
- use sanitation practices in health care settings
- use knowledge of vivisection
- follow microbiology procedures
- use knowledge of medical terminology
- use biological research techniques
- use knowledge of investigation techniques
- use mathematical or statistical methods to identify or analyze problems
- use project management techniques
- use quantitative research methods
- use library or online Internet research techniques
Tasks
The list below outlines specific tasks that a worker in this occupation is called upon to do regularly.
- Follow strict safety procedures when handling toxic materials to avoid contamination.
- Evaluate effects of drugs, gases, pesticides, parasites, and microorganisms at various levels.
- Plan and direct studies to investigate human or animal disease, preventive methods, and treatments for disease.
- Prepare and analyze organ, tissue, and cell samples to identify toxicity, bacteria, or microorganisms or to study cell structure.
- Standardize drug dosages, methods of immunization, and procedures for manufacture of drugs and medicinal compounds.
- Conduct research to develop methodologies, instrumentation, and procedures for medical application, analyzing data and presenting findings to the scientific audience and general public.
- Teach principles of medicine and medical and laboratory procedures to physicians, residents, students, and technicians.
- Study animal and human health and physiological processes.
- Write and publish articles in scientific journals.
- Write applications for research grants.
- Investigate cause, progress, life cycle, or mode of transmission of diseases or parasites.
- Use equipment such as atomic absorption spectrometers, electron microscopes, flow cytometers, or chromatography systems.
- Confer with health departments, industry personnel, physicians, and others to develop health safety standards and public health improvement programs.
- Consult with and advise physicians, educators, researchers, and others regarding medical applications of physics, biology, and chemistry.
Learning Resources
More information on this occupation may be found in the links provided below.
Action Bioscience: Lesson Directory
Action Bioscience provides original peer-edited lessons, written by science educators, to specifically accompany peer-reviewed articles on their site. Each lesson contains questions related to the article, as well as a variety of student activities that promote active learning and inquiry into current issues in the biosciences. The site is endorsed by the National Association of Biology Teachers.
Learn MoreAction Bioscience: Promoting Bioscience Literacy
Why preserve life's variety? How fragile is our planet? What does the genome reveal? How is biotech changing the world? The Action Bioscience site offers original material and links to articles and classroom resources that help shed light on these and other issues affecting everyday life in a variety of ways.
Learn MoreAmerican Institute of Biological Sciences: Serving Biology and Society
The American Institute of Biological Sciences is a nonprofit scientific association dedicated to advancing biological research and education for the welfare of society. AIBS advances its mission through coalition activities in research, education, and public policy; publishing the peer-reviewed journal BioScience and the education website ActionBioscience.org; and more.
Learn MoreAmerican Museum of Natural History Adventures 2007 Summer Camps
Summer Adventures 2007 includes hands-on investigations, behind-the-scenes tours, and visits with Museum scientists. Some topics include: Fossils and DNA, Ocean Adventures, Mythic Creatures, Destination Space, Robotics and more!
Learn MoreAssociation for Women in Science (AWIS)
The Association for Women in Science (AWIS) is dedicated to achieving equity and full participation for women in science, mathematics, engineering and technology. AWIS is a network, a resource, and a voice that operates on both national and local levels.
Learn MoreBiological and medical scientists
Visit this link for additional information on this career from the Occupational Outlook Handbook; a publication produced and maintained by the United States Department of Labor.
Learn MoreCELLS alive!
CELLS alive! has captured with film and computer-enhanced images living cells and organisms for education and medical research. This is the place to watch cells in motion! A few of the animations illustrated include the basic cell-cell interactions that lead to antibody production, the stages of mitosis in an animal cell and the sequence of activities exhibited by cells.
Learn MoreCareers in Science, Women in Research
Careers in Science, Women in Research is a website featuring career profiles of nine women in a variety of careers related to scientific research. You may also order online a FREE set of colorful classroom posters featuring these women.
Learn MoreCollege of SUNY Geneseo Young Scholars Adventures: Summer Academy for Jr. Scientists at St. John Fisher Campus
Summer Academy for Jr. Scientists at St. John Fisher Campus creates a unique enrichment opportunity for hands-on activities and experiments. Choose from two courses: Powders and Potions and experiment with solids,liquids and gases and Wild Encounters and learn and interact with a variety of creatures and plants from the animal kingdom.
Learn MoreColumbia Education Center's Science Mini-Lessons (Elementary)
Youth Net is a server on the Internet that sponsors this group of lesson plans that came from the Columbia Education Center's Summer Workshops. They were done by a consortium of teachers from 14 states dedicated to improving the quality of education in the rural, western, United States.
Learn MoreColumbia Education Center's Science Mini-Lessons (High School)
Youth Net is a server on the Internet that sponsors this group of lesson plans that came from the Columbia Education Center's Summer Workshops. They were done by a consortium of teachers from 14 states dedicated to improving the quality of education in the rural, western, United States.
Learn MoreColumbia Education Center's Science Mini-Lessons (Intermediate)
Youth Net is a server on the Internet that sponsors this group of lesson plans that came from the Columbia Education Center's Summer Workshops. They were done by a consortium of teachers from 14 states dedicated to improving the quality of education in the rural, western, United States.
Learn MoreCommunity Summer Science Program (CSSP)
The summer high school research program at BNL consists of four separate programs based on grade level and previous experience at BNL. Preference is given to Suffolk County students. This commuter program covers a five week period and is intended to assist students with their science based career plans.
Learn MoreCornell University Institute for Biotechnology and Life Science Technologies
The Institute for Biotechnology and Life Science Technologies serves as a focal point for bringing together university scientists conducting research in the biological and physical sciences. It embraces education, training and research in advanced technologies and their application to societal needs, using basic principles in physics, chemistry and engineering. A major role is to promote the education and training of biologists, engineers, agricultural personnel, and medical scientists.
Learn MoreCornell University Summer College Program: Body, Mind, and Health - Perspectives for Future Medical Professionals
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Learn MoreDiscovery Channel School's Curriculum Center
Here you will find classroom science activities, puzzles and project ideas to boost the study and support core curriculum topics like bacteria, chemistry, genetics, the universe and more. The correlated Discovery School videos and CD-ROMs provide a wealth of knowledge. The popular science topics are those taught in upper elementary and middle school.
Learn MoreEnergy and Environmental Technology Applications Center (E2TAC)
Created in 1998, it was established as an active expansion of Albany NanoTech. E2TAC's mission is to support energy and environmental technology deployment through accelerated commercialization by leveraging partnerships between industry, government and university.
Learn MoreEurekAlert! Science for Kids Portal
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Learn MoreExploring the Nano World
The objective of this site is to introduce you to the tools that let us "see" atoms, manipulate them, and create nano-architectural wonders. An excellent resource for teachers, movies, slide shows, kits, lessons, references and modules for K12 teachers are available.
Learn MoreGenetic Science Learning Center at the University of Utah: Cloning in Focus
Cloning in Focus helps you understand how genetics affects lives and society. There are interactive links that include: an introduction to cloning and how it's done, try it yourself in the mouse cloning laboratory, evaluate the reasons for using cloning techonologies, test your cloning savvy with an interactive quiz and more.
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Learn MoreInstitute of Medicine (IOM)
The nation turns to the Institute of Medicine (IOM) of the National Academies for science-based advice on matters of biomedical science, medicine, and health. The Institute provides unbiased, evidence-based, and authoritative information and advice concerning health and science policy to policy-makers, professionals, leaders in every sector of society, and the public at large.
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Learn MoreMuseum of Science: Ask a Nanoscientist
The Museum of Science and the Materials Research Society have teamed up to answer your toughest nanoscience questions. Scientists don't always agree on every detail, especially in a new area of study and research like nanotechnology, so the answers might include details that are still being debated.
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Learn MoreNational Association of Biology Teachers (NABT)
The National Association of Biology Teachers empowers educators to provide the best possible biology and life science education for all students. NABT supplies a rich collection of resources and programs that help you meet the challenges you face every day and NABT puts those resources in your hands.
Learn MoreNational Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
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Learn MoreNational Space Biomedical Research Institute Elementary Activitiy Guides for Teachers
Sharing the excitement and importance of space research and exploration is a primary goal of the NSBRI's Education and Outreach Team. The Elementary Activities From Outerspace to Innerspace include Muscles and Bones, Sleep and Daily Rhythms, Food and Fitness.
Learn MoreNational Space Biomedical Research Institute Middle School Activitiy Guides for Teachers
Sharing the excitement and importance of space research and exploration is a primary goal of the NSBRI's Education and Outreach Team. The Middle School Activities From Outerspace to Innerspace include Muscles and Bones, Sleep and Daily Rhythms, Food and Fitness, and other topics are The Brain in Space and What's Up With Jose and Cecilia's Story.
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Students are invited to participate in a science essay contest honoring the Nobel Prizes and the scientific work they recognize. The Laureates of Tomorrow ? NOBEL ESSAY CONTEST is open to juniors attending public, private, or parochial high school in New York City. Each applicant may submit his or her essay in only one of three categories: Physics, Chemistry, or Physiology/Medicine.
Learn MoreNew York State Science Olympiad
The Science Olympiad is an international nonprofit organization devoted to improving the quality of science education, increasing student interest in science and providing recognition for outstanding achievement in science education by both students and teachers.The State competition in New York consists of B(grades 6 to 9) and C (grades 9 to 12) Divisions with all of the official Science Olympiad events plus two Trial/Pilot events during the Spring months.
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PestWorld for Teachers provide a fascinating entry point into many curricular subjects, including biology, ecology, environment, and health using pests as the theme. The K-2 and 3-5 grade lesson plans teach insect anatomy, the social life of termites, the scientific inquiry process, and much more. The lessons emphasize both content and process skills and support the National Science Standards.
Learn MoreResearch Participation Program for Young Scholars: Summer Opportunities for High School Students
Are you interested in pursuing a career in scientific research, specifically, cancer research? This program will introduce you to scientific research through a project supervised by graduate faculty members, help you develop your own philosophy of science, and if you have not already decided on a field of specialization, to aid in selecting your undergraduate college major.
Learn MoreRochester Scholars
The Rochester Scholars program provides an exciting academic experience for high school students to explore the sciences, social sciences, engineering, and humanities.Students have a chance to interact with peers from area schools who have a wide range of interests and goals. And they get to test the "college experience" in a fun-filled, but challenging, setting.
Learn MoreSUNY New Paltz Summer Camp: Mad Science Anatomy Academy
Mad Science has sparked imaginative learning with their unique brand of engaging and educational live programs and activities. Anatomy Academy, the science of the human body, includes but is not limited to, the science of all things gross!
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Bridging the gap between science, agriculture, and kids, Sci4Kids is geared to children ages 8 to 13. The site is a series of interactive stories based on research projects featured in Agricultural Research. Themes include transportation, weird science, cities, aquaculture and more!
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The Science & Technology Entry Program (Step) at Fordham University is an enrichment, pre-college program for students who excel academically and want to pursue careers in scientific, technical, health related and licensed professions. STEP offers an array of programs and services after school and on Saturday mornings during the academic year, and during a four-week, full-time summer program in July.
Learn MoreScience Research Training Program(STRP)-Exploring Science as a Career
Students placed at 30 academic, medical, and governmental research sites designed to reinforce students' interest in science, to introduce participants to real-world scientific inquiry, and to raise awareness in careers in science.
Learn MoreScience Research Training Program: Exploring Science as a Career
Students are placed at 30 academic, medical, and governmental research sites designed to reinforce students interest in science, to introduce participants to real world scientific inquiry, and to raise awareness in careers in science. The application process starts in December 2006 for the summer 2007 session.
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Learn MoreStony Brook University Camp Academies
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Learn MoreStony Brook University Summer Camp
The Summer Camps at Stony Brook University provides three fun-filled hours of educational activities based on a weekly theme for your child to learn and explore. Each week different topics will be covered, giving campers a wide variety of innovative experiences. Activities include team-building exercises, arts and crafts, science experiments, life-skills enhancements, story time, and computer practice.
Learn MoreSummer Safari at Plattsburgh State University 2006
Chemistry, Forensics, Anatomy and Physiology,Experimenting Excitement,Making Math Magic and Kids Creating Music Thru Technology are but a few of the exciting camp themes for you to explore at Summer Safari.
Learn MoreSummer Safari at Plattsburgh State University 2007
Camp Med, Magic World of Chemistry, Forensics: To Catch a Thief, Anatomy and Physiology Lab, Experimenting Excitement, and Creating Music Thru Technology are but a few of the exciting camp themes for you to explore at Summer Safari 2007.
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Learn MoreTech Valley Summer Camp
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Learn MoreTechValleyCareers
The Center's mission is to support appropriate career development through the design and delivery of innovative resources and programs that prepare students for the 21st century workplace. is an online clearinghouse for information about high tech careers in the Greater Capital Region. Through this website, educators, students and parents are linked to education and career opportunities made possible by the high tech growth and expansion in Tech Valley.
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A career in applied mathematics isn't just about crunching numbers. It's a career that uses mathematics to solve problems in the environment of your choice. Use mathematics to solve problems in physics, chemistry, biology, medicine, engineering, and technology.
Learn MoreThinking of a Career in Applied Mathematics?
A career in applied mathematics and computer science isn't just about crunching numbers. It's a career that uses mathematics to solve problems in the environment of your choice. Use mathematics to solve problems in physics, chemistry, biology, medicine, engineering, and technology.
Learn MoreUniversity of Rochester Medical Center: Life Sciences Learning Center Teacher Programs
Put on a lab coat and experience a variety of hands-on laboratory investigations and workshops available at the Life Sciences Learning Center (LSCL). These professional development workshops are offered to give educators experience with cutting edge science technologies. These hands-on workshops also provide teachers with innovative instructional materials that align with New York State Math, Science and Technology Standards.
Learn MoreUniversity of Rochester Medical Center: Life Sciences Learning Center Student Programs
The variety of laboratory investigative topics are designed for groups of students accompanied by their teacher to introduce students to scientific concepts and advances through hands-on inquiry-based learning methods. The programs are 2.5 to 4 hours in length and align with the New York Standards Core Curriculum. Science Out Of School offers informal hands-on activities Saturdays and Holidays.
Learn MoreUniversity of Rochester: Rochester Scholars
The Rochester Scholars program provides an exciting academic experience for high school students to explore the sciences, social sciences, engineering, and humanities.Students have a chance to interact with peers from area schools who have a wide range of interests and goals. And they get to test the college experience in a fun filled, but challenging, setting!
Learn MoreUniversity of Wisconsin Internships in Public Science Education: Educator Resources
The University of Wisconsin Internships in Public Science Education program has developed a variety of lesson plans and activities that include Nanoscale activities that are good introductions to nanotechnology. They focus on helping students understand just how small the nanoscale is and introduce students to related topics like atoms and scientific notation. The Applications activities provide students a hands-on introduction to how nanotechnology might be used in their daily lives.
Learn MoreWestchester Community College Summer Science Academy for Kids and Teens
Review the basic principles of biology, use skeletons and models to explore basic human anatomy, play detective and try to identify illnesses and learn more about cloning, DNA, and designing genes at the Summer Science Academy for Kids and Teens.
Learn MoreWomen Are Scientists Video Series
"Women Are Scientists" is a series of FREE video presentations that showcases successful female scientists in their respective specialties, and informs students about educational requirements, rewards, and challenges of careers in the biomedical sciences
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