Double major in genetics/biochem

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The discussion centers on the potential career paths following a double major in genetics and biochemistry, specifically focusing on graduate studies in either genomics/bioinformatics or astrobiology. While astrobiology is recognized as a relatively new and speculative field, it offers intriguing research opportunities, particularly in studying microbial life in extreme environments. The conversation highlights ongoing research in the Canadian high Arctic, where scientists are collaborating with NASA on projects related to microbial diversity. The interest in astrobiology stems from its unique approach to understanding life beyond Earth, appealing to those passionate about microbiology and environmental extremes.
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I'm ready to go to college and pursue a double major in genetics/biochem (mostly genetics though), but after I graduate I was thinking of what I could do and there was two options that I liked the most.
1 - graduate school for Genomics/Bioinformatics
2 - graduate school for Astrobiology.

Now, astrobiology is a fairly new science, but it sounds interesting. I was wonder what were your thoughts on it (not particularly looking for advice, since I still havea long time ahead of me. just wanting to know what you guys thought about it).
 
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In my opinion, astrobiology is highly speculative field and it is just a reason that many researchers used to study life in extreme environment. However, the research done is quite interresting if you a passion for microbial life.

I know people that are looking at microbial diversity in the Canadian high arctic. They are also working with NASA on some projects.
http://www.nrs.mcgill.ca/whyte/
 
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