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Industry: Environmental testing/research. Academic: chemistry, biology, physical science

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Chadds Ford, PA

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Aubriee M. Aug 29, 2018 303 views

What topic/skills should one person practice to be the most successful in Vet School?

I know how competitive vet school so what are some topic/skills should one person practice to be the most successful in Vet School? #veterinarian #vet #veterinary #animals #biology #veterinary-medicine...

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4 votes 2 answers Active Jun 16, 2020

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Eliana O. Jul 02, 2019 201 views

Marine biology internship near me

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2 votes 2 answers Active Jun 24, 2020

Teaneck, New Jersey

K K. Jul 10, 2019 140 views

As a criminologist what do you do?

I will be a rising sophomore and majoring in sociology. I have an interest in criminology and have been doing research into the career. However, I'm not sure what I want to do so I would like to hear from a professional's point of view what an everyday life of a criminologist looks like. Thanks...

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1 vote 1 answer Active Jul 11, 2019

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Maximus B. Jul 10, 2019 303 views

How can i know that this is the job i really want

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5 votes 6 answers Active Jul 22, 2019

San Jose, California

Corey L. Oct 02, 2019 144 views

Whats the worst part about being a biologist?

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2 votes 2 answers Active May 21, 2020

San Antonio, Texas

Julia R. Dec 04, 2019 206 views

What are some realistic Jobs in wildlife and marine Biology?

I'm looking into getting my masters/doctorate in marine and/or wildlife biology. I'm interested in environmental science as well. I'm feeling a bit lost! #biology #marine-biology #environmental-science...

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4 votes 3 answers Active Mar 17, 2020

Geneseo, New York

Kaela H. Dec 12, 2019 265 views

Should I take physics or AP Bio senior year?

My guidance counselor suggested I take physics but I rather take AP Bio. It's more interesting and I want to major in Biology in college. (I want to be an optometrist) My counselor said she was concerned that colleges wouldn't the AP Bio credits but I think taking AP Bio would show my...

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12 votes 12 answers Active Jun 16, 2020

Endwell, NY

Christopher K. Feb 14, 2020 150 views

What are some ways to get and different types of research experiences I can get as an undergraduate student?

I'm a freshman undergraduate student majoring in neuroscience trying to get research and lab experience. #research...

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5 votes 4 answers Active Mar 05, 2020

Cleveland, Ohio

Audrey S. Apr 13, 2020 112 views

how long does it take to get a phd in marine biology

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4 votes 3 answers Active May 25, 2020

Houston, Texas

Aleksandra B. Jul 29, 2020 123 views

How did you know you wanted to pursue a chem/bio PhD?

Currently, I just finished my first year at Northeastern as a Biochemistry major. I have some experience as a research assistant and would like to volunteer in a lab next semester. I am premed, but there is still some time to think about grad school. I am very interested in research as well,...

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