Science Breakthroughs

2013 was a big year for science. 

DNA extraction by CIMMYT via Flickr

The peer-reviewed journal Science listed their top ten breakthroughs in science for the year. Another peer-reviewed journal, Nature, highlighted ten people who made a difference in science.

Biotechnology is making progress that could lead to the cure and prevention of cancers and and other health problems. San Diego's “Biotech Beach” is one of the largest biotech hubs in the world and a major employer for our region. Want to learn more?

"Biotech Beach: San Diego Ranked as Third Best Biotech Region in the Country." SD Metro Magazine Daily Business Report, March 11, 2014.

Fikes, Bradley J. "UCSD Ranked a Top 10 Biomed Research Center." San Diego Union Tribune, February 16, 2014.

If you think you may be interested in a career in biotechnology, here is some useful information about salary, required education, job outlook, and other useful information from the Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2014-15 edition.

Bureau of Labor Statistics, United States Department of Labor. "Biochemists and Biophysicists." Occupational Outlook Handbook. January 8, 2014.

Bureau of Labor Statistics, United States Department of Labor. "Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians." Occupational Outlook Handbook. January 8, 2014.

Review by John Stanton, SWC Librarian