Bioinformatics

Why Study Bioinformatics?

Explore the science used to analyze the human genome, identify targets for drug discovery, study molecular evolution, and more.

Bioinformatics is a rapidly-growing field that combines biology, computer science and information technology to manage and analyze biological data. As a bioinformatics major, you'll learn to use cutting-edge computer science and mathematics to interpret and manipulate biological data.

You'll develop problem solving skills, including the ability to write new algorithms. In the bioinformatics program, you'll learn the language of structure-function relationships, information theory, gene expression, and database query. Plus you'll gain real-world experience through internships and fieldwork in industrial and academic settings.

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