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Microorganisms
are the smallest living things and ubiquitous in the biosphere.
They are the oldest forms of life on earth, and control many
of the essential life processes on earth.
The microbiology
curriculum emphasizes the enormous diversity of microbial
life and microbial processes. The curriculum covers the fundamentals
of microbial diversity, physiology and genetics, and examines
the diverse roles of microorganisms in their natural and managed
habitats and their effects on human and environmental health.
The curriculum prepares students for positions in industries,
government and for graduate/professional study in life sciences.
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