Geneticist

Background

Geneticists study how traits and diseases are passed down through families by examining DNA and genes. They conduct experiments in laboratories, analyze genetic data using computers, and work to understand how genes affect health and development. Their work helps develop new medicines, improve crops, and solve mysteries about inherited conditions.

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Next Step Roles

Senior Geneticist→Research Director→Principal Investigator→Genetics Department Head

Publications

Nature GeneticsThe American Journal of Human Genetics

Books

The Gene: An Intimate HistoryGenome: The Autobiography of a Species in 23 ChaptersThe Selfish Gene

Movies

GattacaOrphan Black

Key Figures

James WatsonRosalind FranklinJennifer DoudnaFrancis Collins

Classification

SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code

Dewey Reference576.5, 610.92For looking up books in your local library

Synonyms

Molecular GeneticistClinical GeneticistPopulation GeneticistGenetic Researcher

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