Division of Microbiology

B.Sc. Microbiology

Microbiology is study of the world of organisms that are too small to be seen with the naked eye. Some of these microorganisms are infectious agents to humans, animals, or plants. Many of these microorganisms, however, carry out important functions in their niches that are essential for all life on earth. Microbiologists study the interaction of microorganisms with people and how they affect our lives, as well as the roles these organisms play in the environment.

Microbiologists work in hospitals, universities, medical schools, government laboratories, and almost every industry, specializing in a variety of areas, from agricultures to the space. Some of these positions include : Microbiologist in food, dairy, pharmaceutical industries and pathological laboratories. Can do higher education in masters degree and PhD program. Research assistant, these people provide technical support to conduct research working in a team with other scientists and a research director. They may work in an industrial, government, university, or medical school lab. Food, industrial or environmental microbiologists, quality assurance technologists. Working in industry, hospitals, or the government, these individuals check for the quality and safety of vitamins, vaccines, antibiotics, and antiseptics. They also identify harmful microorganisms in water, food, dairy, pharmaceutical and agricultural products.