This concentration within biomedical sciences is an opportunity for students to explore in greater detail the areas of biology that are most relevant to careers in professional biomedical areas, such as medicine, dental, nursing, and other allied health fields. It should provide an excellent preparation for the standardized tests which are required for admission to these professional schools, as well as a background that should prepare students well for the advanced coursework in these professional programs. Students are able to focus their upper level elective courses in areas such as human and comparative anatomy and physiology, medical botany, microbiology, cellular physiology, genetics and related topics.<br><br>Biology is the scientific study of life and life processes. Biologists study the organization of life, from the structures of molecules to the balance of ecosystems. Biology majors learn to observe critically the details of all life, they analyze data and apply biological knowledge learned in the classroom to draw conclusions about their observations. <br><br>Biologists are able to make significant contributions to maintaining the health and well-being of the human population, as well as preserving and protecting the environment. They develop a knowledge base and scientific way of thinking that will enable them to make informed personal health and public policy decisions.