Molecular and Cell Biology is the basic science that seeks an understanding of biological processes in terms of the properties and functions of the molecules that make up living cells. The scope of questions addressed in molecular and cell biology ranges from evolution to development to the regulation of gene expression. A career in molecular and cell biology requires a strong background in biology as well as a solid foundation in chemistry, mathematics, and physics.<br><br>The Molecular and Cell Biology major has been designed primarily for three groups of students-<br>those who plan to enter a research career in molecular and cell biology or related areas such as biochemistry, genetics, oncology, microbiology, cell biology, or developmental biology;<br>pre-professional students who plan to enter either a research or clinical career in medicine or allied health fields; and<br>students who plan to pursue careers in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical science industries.