Understanding the physics of life
Major: Biophysics
Biophysics helps us understand how the principles of physics apply to biological systems, enabling advancements in technology and medicine, as well as a better understanding of the natural world. This highly interdisciplinary major teaches students to solve problems at the intersection of biology, physics, and chemistry, leading them to develop a diverse skillset that will open the doors for a wide array of career options in scientific research, healthcare, biomechanics, biophysics, biomedical engineering, medical physics, kinesiology, and more.
Student Opportunities
- Collaborate on research projects in experimental physics, biomechanics, animal behavior, biochemistry with a professor.
- Students can present findings at regional and national conferences.
- Work with faculty and career advisors to explore the field of biophysics through internships, National Science Foundation funded research experiences for undergraduates (NSF REU), and graduate study.
- Gain teaching experience as a course tutor and teaching assistant in biology, chemistry, and physics classes.
- Graduate prepared to pursue advanced degrees in fields such as biology, physics, biophysics, biochemistry, engineering (biomechanical, chemical, environmental, etc.) or enter the workforce in biomedical and biotechnology fields.
- Partnership agreement with Washington University at St. Louis for a 3+3 ABET accredited master’s degrees in Engineering.
Why Lycoming?
- Pursue an interdisciplinary major rarely found at smaller institutions in Lycoming’s small classroom settings.
- Small class sizes allow for individual attention from professors and a personalized education experience.
- Close student-faculty mentorship leads to personal growth, professional development, and research experience.
- All biophysics classes are taught by published faculty who hold the highest degree in their field, and whose top priority is teaching.
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