Programs Choosing Between Physics and Biomedical Science

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The discussion centers on the decision between pursuing a degree in Physics versus Biomedical Science. It concludes that while Biomedical Science is more directly applicable to fields like computational biology, a background in Physics provides a robust foundation, particularly for nanotechnology applications. The interdisciplinary nature of computational biology requires collaboration among physicists, mathematicians, and biologists, emphasizing the importance of quantitative skills. Additionally, entry-level positions in this field often prioritize candidates with degrees in quantitative disciplines and experience with software tools such as MATLAB and R.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of interdisciplinary fields, particularly computational biology
  • Familiarity with quantitative disciplines such as physics, mathematics, and statistics
  • Experience with software tools like MATLAB and R
  • Knowledge of nanotechnology applications in biology
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the role of nanotechnology in Biomedical Science
  • Learn about the applications of MATLAB in computational biology
  • Explore the fundamentals of statistical analysis in biological research
  • Investigate career paths for research assistants in computational biology
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Students and professionals considering a career in Biomedical Science or Physics, particularly those interested in computational biology and interdisciplinary research opportunities.

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I have a choice between Physics and Biomedical science
 
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For the purposes listed in the title, obviously biomedical science.
 
Rocket50 said:
For the purposes listed in the title, obviously biomedical science.
Would the physics not provide me with a stronger background though? As in for the nanotechnology parts?
 
In computational biology and the other fields you are talking about, the main focus will still be on the biology part. You'll just be using methods from other disciplines.
 
Depends. In the case of computational biology, it's an interdisciplinary field. For a biologist it could just be a tool set, but you have physicists, mathematicians, computer scientists developing those tools and collaborating with biologists in order to test their models with experimental observation.

Also with only an undergraduate degree you'll only be a research assistant. And for those types of openings "computational biology research associate/assistant" I've only ever seen them require quantitative disciplines like physics, math, statistics, and computer science. Experience with software packages like MATLAB and R are usually some of the main desired skills.
 
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