Biotechnology: Marine Biotechnology (AS)

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Division of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

The goal of the Marine Biotechnology program is to train students to work as technicians in sophisticated field and laboratory marine settings where multiple molecular disciplines converge to solve complex marine problems. The emphasis of this program, however, is to provide extensive and novel research experiences, career mentoring and academic bridging networks for the individual whose career goal is to work in the marine sciences as an independent, doctoral-level investigator. Marine Biotechnology applies technology and molecular biology to marine biological systems, living organisms (e.g. algae, fish or plankton) or derivatives thereof, to make or modify products or processes for specific use such as pharmaceuticals and food. Hence, the program’s training entails the integration of molecular biology and marine sciences.

Upon successful completion, the Associate in Science Degree in Biotechnology with a concentration in Marine Biotechnology is awarded.