Double major in genetics/biochem

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The discussion centers on pursuing a double major in genetics and biochemistry, with a focus on potential graduate school options in Genomics/Bioinformatics and Astrobiology. Participants express that while Astrobiology is 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 collaborate with NASA on projects related to microbial diversity.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of genetics and biochemistry fundamentals
  • Familiarity with Genomics and Bioinformatics tools
  • Knowledge of Astrobiology concepts and its relevance to extreme environments
  • Awareness of current research methodologies in microbial ecology
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore advanced topics in Genomics and Bioinformatics
  • Research the latest developments in Astrobiology
  • Investigate microbial diversity studies in extreme environments
  • Learn about NASA's projects related to astrobiological research
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Students considering a double major in genetics and biochemistry, aspiring researchers in Genomics and Astrobiology, and anyone interested in the intersection of microbial life and extreme environments.

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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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