life science
noun
: a branch of science (such as biology, medicine, and sometimes anthropology or sociology) that deals with living organisms and life processes
—usually used in plural
life scientist
noun
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From a life science point of view, these animals resemble a liquid—much more so than other creatures such as humans—because of their movable (and sometimes missing) collarbone.
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Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 23 Jan. 2025
The company aims to use AI to solve one of the life science industry’s biggest headaches: paperwork.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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Boston's life sciences industry looks to rebound in 2025
Greater Boston's life sciences leaders will find out in 2025 if their industry can overcome its post-pandemic slump — and how the incoming Trump administration will affect them.
—Nathan Bomey, Axios, 13 Jan. 2025
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Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 23 Jan. 2025
The company aims to use AI to solve one of the life science industry’s biggest headaches: paperwork.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
Related Articles Even San Diego’s life science office buildings are sitting vacant.
—Natallie Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2025
Sign up for Axios Latino Steph Solis Jan 9, 2025
-
Axios Boston
Boston's life sciences industry looks to rebound in 2025
Greater Boston's life sciences leaders will find out in 2025 if their industry can overcome its post-pandemic slump — and how the incoming Trump administration will affect them.
—Nathan Bomey, Axios, 13 Jan. 2025
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“Life science.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/life%20science. Accessed 26 Jan. 2025.
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