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Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology (BS)
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Marywood University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSHE).
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The biotechnology industry is a major economic drive, generating approximately $140 billion in revenue. Currently, U.S. biotechnology firms employ more than 1.66 million people, but with the need for rapid innovation, the demand for skilled professionals will continue to rise.
Marywood's biotechnology programs cover molecular research, genomics, forensics, bioinformatics (biocomputing), and environmental bioremediation, as well as management, communication, patent law, and other "business" areas to prepare graduates for a wide range of careers.
- Broad career opportunities in biotechnology
- Five large teaching labs
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Outcomes & Opportunities
Top Employers
- Schools
- Medicine/Vaccine Companies
- Engineering Companies
- Bio Laboratories
Top Career Paths
- Biochemist
- Microbiologist
- Biotechnology Teacher
- Genetic Engineer
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Undergraduate Admissions Requirements
- Completed application
- Official transcripts
- Letter of recommendation
- Official SAT and/or ACT test scores (Marywood is test optional)
- Essay (optional)
The Center for Natural and Health Sciences (CNHS) is equipped with seven large teaching laboratories.
- laboratory space for teaching labs, equipped with ductless fume green hoods
- an environmental wet laboratory/greenhouse
- five dedicated research laboratories
- state-of-the-art anatomy and physiology laboratory houses virtual dissection Anatomage table
Autoclaves Autoclaves are pressure chambers that sterilize equipment, perform scientific experiments, or carry out industrial processes using high pressure steam.
Gel & Blot Imaging System The ChemiDoc XRS+ System features high-sensitivity detection for a wide range of methods including fluorescence and densitometry.
The ChemiDoc XRS+ system is based on CCD high-resolution, high-sensitivity detection technology and modular options to accommodate a wide range of samples and support multiple detection methods including fluorescence, colorimetry, densitometry, chemiluminescence, and chemifluorescence. The system is controlled by Image Lab™ software to optimize imager performance for fast, integrated, and automated image capture and analysis of various samples.
The system accommodates a wide array of samples, from large handcast polyacrylamide gels to small ReadyAgarose™ gels and various blots. The system is an ideal accompaniment to PCR, purification, and electrophoresis systems, enabling image analysis and documentation of restriction digests, amplified nucleic acids, genetic fingerprinting, RFLPs, and protein purification and characterization.
Genetic Analyzer DNA Sequencing machine
Incubator Shakers Innova 42 stackable incubated shakers provide broad temperature capabilities for culturing a wide variety of organisms in flasks up to 3 L
Inverted Fluorescent Microscope Nikon TE 2000U Inverted Fluorescent Microscope with Normarski D/C components and digital imaging capabilities.
Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometer (LC-MS) Used in microbiology, molecular biology, proteomics, and drug testing, liquid chromatography mass spectrometers can be used for microorganism detection, protein sequencing, analysis, and research. The LC part separates the sample into its components, which are ionized and sent through the mass spectrometer for identification.
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Spectrophotometers The spectrophotometer is an instrument that can be adjusted to illuminate a sample with a specific wavelength of light. The spectrophotometer then measures the amount of light energy that is absorbed or transmitted by the sample.
The Hach DR 5000 UV-Vis Laboratory Spectrophotometer offers a broad range of water analysis methods with more than 240 pre-programmed tests.
Thermal Cycler The thermal cycler is a laboratory apparatus most commonly used to amplify segments of DNA via the polymerase chain reaction.
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Center for Natural and Health Sciences
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The Center for Natural and Health Sciences contains various science laboratories, computer labs, the 100-seat Comerford Theatre, and various classrooms. Classrooms for our Math and Computer Science, Science, and Public Administration programs are in this building.
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Scholarships
Morris K. Udall Scholarship
The Udall Foundation seeks future leaders across a wide spectrum of environmental fields, including policy, engineering, science, education, urban planning and renewal, business, health, justice, and economics. The Foundation also seeks future Native American and Alaska Native leaders in public and community health care, tribal government, and public policy affecting Native American communities, including land and resource management, economic development, and education.
Tuition
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- Associate Professor
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- 570-348-6211 x2565
- Chemical Hygiene Officer
- Science Lab Manager
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80+ opportunities for you to find the right fit with 50+ undergraduate degrees and 30+ graduate and certificate courses.
Biotechnology, Bachelor of Science
Program Requirements for Biotechnology Majors (75 science credits: 57 required science credits plus 18 credits of science electives)
The B.S. Biotechnology program aims to prepare students for a career in the broad field of biotechnology. As biotechnology encompasses molecular research, genomics, DNA forensics, bioinformatics (biocomputing), chemistry, and environmental bioremediation, as well as administration, management, patent law, and other “business” areas, graduates will be positioned to compete for a wide range of positions. Moreover, graduates will receive the foundation for application to and success in graduate, professional (e.g. Medical, Veterinary), law, or business schools.
The specific goals of the program are to prepare students with professional training and technical skills, in addition to providing students with the ability to critically evaluate biotechnology advances and applications in the healthcare field, pharmaceutical industry, and environment.
For the first two years of study, the B.S. Biotechnology course curriculum parallels that of other Science Department programs. This sequence is designed to provide the fundamental technical and intellectual expertise. The major will provide specialized Biotechnology program courses during the third and fourth years that include a Senior Research project. A minimum of 57 credits and 18 science elective credits for a total of 75 science credits is required for degree completion.
There is an optional 5th year program which provides the opportunity to earn an M.S. in Biotechnology degree (non-thesis). Students must apply and be accepted to this optional program in their junior year, and then take their senior year courses at the graduate (500) level. Details of this program are included in the Graduate Catalog.
The required courses are:
| BIOL 150 | General Biology I | 3 |
| BIOL 150L | General Biology I Laboratory | 1 |
| BIOL 151 | General Biology II | 3 |
| BIOL 151L | General Biology II Laboratory | 1 |
| BIOL 235 | General Microbiology | 3 |
| BIOL 235L | General Microbiology Laboratory | 1 |
| BIOL 281 | Introduction to Biotechnology | 3 |
| BIOL 302 | Bioinformatics | 3 |
| BIOL 383 | Emerging Medicines and Technologies | 3 |
| BIOL 401 | Cell Culture | 3 |
| BIOL 410 | Science Literacy Capstone | 2 |
| BIOL 455 | Senior Research Project | 2 |
| BIOL 440 | Molecular and Cellular Biology | 3 |
| BIOL 440L | Molecular and Cellular BiologyýLaboratory | 1 |
| CHEM 131 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM 131L | General Chemistry I Lab | 1 |
| CHEM 132 | General Chemistry II | 3 |
| CHEM 132L | General Chemistry II Laboratory | 1 |
| CHEM 221 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM 221L | Organic Chemistry I Lab | 1 |
| CHEM 222 | Organic Chemistry II | 3 |
| CHEM 222L | Organic Chemistry II Laboratory | 1 |
| MATH 155 | Statistics for Behavioral/Social Science | 3 |
MATH 211 is recommended for pre-professional and graduate schools. Other Science elective courses can be taken with the permission of the department chairperson.
Elect One Math Course:
| MATH 170 | Applications of Calculus to the Life Sci | 3 |
| MATH 211 | Calculus I | 4 |
Elect One Philosophy Course:
| PHIL 324 | Bioethics | 3 |
| PHIL 334 | Ethics, Science, and Biotechnology | 3 |
Science Electives (minimum of 18 credits selected from):
| BIOL 222 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| BIOL 300 | Human Gross Anatomy | 3 |
| BIOL 300L | Human Gross Anatomy Lab | 1 |
| BIOL 301 | Human Physiology | 3 |
| BIOL 301L | Human Physiology Lab | 1 |
| BIOL 305 | Fundamental Neuroscience | 3 |
| BIOL 332 | Immunology | 3 |
| BIOL 332L | Immunology Laboratory | 1 |
| BIOL 421 | Biochemistry | 3 |
| BIOL 421L | Biochemistry Laboratory | 1 |
| BIOL 422 | Biochemistry II | 3 |
| BIOL 497D | ST: Human Evolution | 3 |
| BIOL 498 | Biology Internship | 3 |
| CHEM 312 | Environmental Chemistry | 3 |
| CHEM 313 | Elements of Medicinal Chemistry | 3 |
| CHEM 398 | Chemical Analysis | 3 |
| CHEM 498 | Internship | 3 |
| ENVS 212 | Introduction to Meteorology | 3 |
| ENVS 215 | Resource Conservation I | 3 |
| ENVS 216 | Introduction to Sustainability | 3 |
| ENVS 261 | Earth Science I - Geology | 3 |
| ENVS 262 | Earth Science II - Oceanography,ýMeteorology | 3 |
| ENVS 420 | Ecology | 3 |
| ENVS 420L | Ecology Lab | 1 |
| PHYS 303 | General Physics I | 3 |
| PHYS 303L | General Physics I Lab | 1 |
| PHYS 304 | General Physics II | 3 |
| PHYS 304L | General Physics II Laboratory | 1 |
| MATH 212 | Calculus II | 4 |
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