Life Science

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Simply as the name might suggest, life sciences refer to the study of living organisms and life processes which can encompass plants, animals, viruses and bacteria, single-celled organisms, and even cells. It is a branch of science that studies living organisms and their relationships with each other and their environment. It includes but is not limited to a wide range of scientific fields, such as biology, genetics, ecology, zoology, botany, microbiology, and more. Life science aims to understand the processes and mechanisms of life at all levels, from the molecular and cellular level to the level of whole ecosystems. It also examines the diversity of life on Earth, including the evolutionary history of different species and the relationships between them. Through research in life science, scientists aim to develop our understanding of living organisms and how they function, which can lead to the development of new medicines, therapies, and technologies. Life science is fundamental for solving many of the world's most pressing problems, such as disease, food and water shortages, and climate change. 
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