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  The biotechnology industry is a major economic driver, considering its estimated market size of $369.62 billion in 2016. With the constant need for rapid innovation, the demand for skilled individuals is rising.  These are 5 in-demand careers within the biotechnology industry. Biomanufacturing Specialist  Median Pay:  $80,629 Biomanufacturing specialists use tools and methods to guarantee that products meet the strict requirements of purity, safety, potency and quality. Biomanufacturing often involves the large-scale production of proteins used to treat or cure human diseases, which requires specialists that possess plenty of knowledge of federal, state and industry standards.  Biochemist  Median Pay:   $53,712 Biochemists study the chemical properties of living things, as well as biological processes such as cell development, heredity and disease. They conduct complex research projects that frequently require isolation, a...

  We can't be working all the time  unfortunately . An excellent way to spend your downtime is to watch a movie or series. These are our favorite movies and series to do with biotechnology, that we suggest you check out next time you want to sit back and unwind. Splice (2009) Two scientists decide to ignore the ban on research using human embryos and try to create a hybrid creature, illegally. Somehow, the scientists manage to make the experiments using the human embryos with a lack of funding... this obviously didn't  end well. Contagion (2011) A little close to current day reality, but in Contagion, the world faces a deadly viral infection with a rapid rate of spreading.  With no treatment available, the CDC gathers a team of doctors to identify ways of avoiding contagion, whilst looking for a cure. During this ordeal, chaos rules the world as millions die. Icarus (2017) Oscar winning documentary, Icarus  follows film director and writer Bryan Fogel as he...

Biotechnology is a fast growing field that focuses on the study of biomolecular and cellular systems to develop technologies that improve industries and quality of life. It is a field with multiple career paths from entrepreneurship to research work and everything in between. As Steve Jobs once said "the biggest innovations of the 21st century will be at the intersection of biology and technology."  According to the QS World Rankings Guide these are the Universities to look at if you want to be a part of these innovations. Harvard University Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, is the highest-ranked school in the World Rankings Guides list of top 50 biotechnology universities. In the USA, it is ranked first in genetics, genomics and bioinformatics, as well as first in biochemistry and biophysics by the "US News & World Report" in 2014. Harvard's biotechnology graduate program allows students to choose a discipline in either bioengineering and nanote...

The biotechnology industry is both time-consuming and expensive when it comes to research and development of products. This means that investors will often wait years before even knowing whether or not the new drug under development they have invested in will ever pay off. Some of the largest biotechnology companies in the world include Amgen Inc. (AMGN), Biogen Inc. (BIIB) and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals (REGN). With Covid-19 causing a modern day gold rush (but with vaccines) biotech stocks have shown attractive returns. Here are the top 3 stocks to keep an eye on in 2021. Novavax Inc. (NVAX) This clinical-stage biotech company based in Maryland focuses on vaccines that address a wide range of infectious diseases. Novavax is responsible for the discovery, development and the commercialization of these vaccines. The firms vaccine candidates currently include the likes of ResVax and NanoFlu. . With 2021 revenue forecasts expected to increase 181% year on year. This stock has potential. Tr...

With the onset of the pandemic last year remote working as well as remote learning became the  new norm. Over the past decade, universities have been offering online courses on platforms such as EdX and Coursera. These websites are open to anyone around the world. With Covid-19 reinforcing this method of learning, more and more people are learning from home. There are a plethora of courses to choose from in almost any area of interest. With these courses you can develop your skills to become better within your career, whether academic or professional. These are my top 4 must-do recommendations for anybody interested in biotechnology to check out. The Science And Business of Biotechnology - EdX - Hosted by MIT, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA Running or starting a biotech company requires a synergistic knowledge of both business and science. This can be a learning curve for many. This course is crammed with detail about the framework of science and finance that is required to run a bi...

  This is a list of the top biotech podcasts that we use to keep you informed with the latest breakthroughs in our beloved field of biotechnology. Podcasts are a convenient way to make menial tasks- such as cleaning or doing laundry- more of an educational matter. I am a massive podcast fan and I have been listening to a plethora of different podcasts since early 2014, however I have only recently started to harness their learning potential. After lots of listening, I have found what I believe to be the most productive podcasts in the space of biotech, including various discussion topics such as, recent news, new business ventures and a more in depth analysis of investment trends and business opportunities. Breaking Biotech Breaking Biotech  is a podcast hosted by Matthew Lepoire, a former metabolic scientist. He discusses his interests that surround the biopharma sector. He goes through an in-depth analysis of biotechnology companies in order to find good quality trading...