West Lafayette,
IN,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Genetics explores how biological information passes between generations. We study inheritance patterns across all life forms, their evolutionary processes, and transformations. At the molecular scale, we investigate DNA and RNA structures; at the cellular level, we uncover cancer-causing mechanisms; and at the organism level, we analyze reproductive behaviors. Key concepts involve gene architecture, roles, and inheritance. Lab methods delve into genetic modification techniques. As a foundational biological discipline, genetics offers versatile career paths, serving as ideal preparation for graduate studies in life sciences, legal fields, genetic advisory roles, and numerous healthcare careers.