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Subject: About Education
Date: 27-Dec-2007
Question: HELLO SIR/MADAM

I am T.Y.B.Sc (micro) student, I got 80% in 1st semester, I just want to know is there any other course in this field only where I can go or IT field. I will be happy to get your advice as soon as possible. Thank you.

Answer: Definitely you have a lot of options not only limited to your field but also you can delve into the IT field. Depending upon your interest you can opt for the following:
  • Medical microbiology which is related to pathology, Immunology and they study the role played by micro-organisms in causing diseases in humans and animals. They research and investigate these organisms to find ways to cure and prevent, occurrence of these diseases. Major breakthroughs have been made in this field and efforts are on all over the world to find solutions to many dreadful diseases such as AIDS.
  • Agricultural microbiologists study plant diseases, the role of micro-organisms in soil fertility and spoilage of farm products.
  • Industrial microbiologists work with industries producing alcoholic beverages, amino acids, citric acids, Vitamin C and antibiotics etc. iology have contributed in increasing agricultural output.
  • Marine microbiologists deal with the micro-organisms present in the ocean. It is a relatively new division of microbiology and promises to be exciting in the days to come.
  • General microbiologists focuses on the fundamentals and basic features of micro-organisms, including ecology, metabolism, genetics, physiology and structure.

    You can also enter the IT field as well. Look out for what is it that interests you in a job profile and decide accordingly...

    All the best!
    Counselor

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