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The MS in Biotechnology program was designed to address regional and national demands for a more skilled scientific workforce, equipping students with specialized biotech knowledge and career-ready abilities for immediate impact in industrial, governmental, and clinical environments. Northeastern's MS in Biotechnology offers a cutting-edge, thesis-free graduate program. This professional science master's curriculum blends rigorous cross-disciplinary education in biology, chemistry, chemical engineering, and pharmaceutical sciences with essential business competencies needed to thrive in modern workplaces. The molecular biotechnology specialization delivers both theoretical and hands-on training in molecular techniques, protein expression, and structural biology. Participants master methods for creating and refining molecular constructs to produce recombinant proteins for biopharmaceutical applications. Special focus is given to innovative technologies like RNA interference and CRISPR/CAS9 systems. Students also gain expertise in purifying biopharmaceutical compounds, analyzing protein aggregation, and implementing prevention strategies.