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?

  1. Pursue an interdisciplinary major rarely found at smaller institutions in Lycoming’s small classroom settings.
  2. Small class sizes allow for individual attention from professors and a personalized education experience.
  3. Close student-faculty mentorship leads to personal growth, professional development, and research experience.
  4. 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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