Medical scientist

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Medical scientist is a professional who uses biology, physics, chemistry, and other sciences to research and develop improved methods of diagnosing and treating disease. They often work in laboratories, using advanced equipment and techniques to study diseases and develop new medical technologies.

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To become a medical scientist, one must typically earn a PhD in biology or a related life science. Some medical scientists also earn a MD degree, allowing them to treat patients and understand the practical applications of their research.

Roles and Responsibilities[edit | edit source]

Medical scientists conduct research aimed at improving overall human health. They often use clinical trials and other investigative methods to reach their findings. Some medical scientists work in pharmacology, creating new drugs and therapies for diseases. Others work in genetics, studying how diseases are passed down through generations and how genetic therapies can treat or prevent disease.

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