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Not only do thesefirms spend a lot of money on research and development, they also employ large9numbers of graduates.With the current focus on climate change and air, water and soil pollution, thereare also many job opportunities for biologists in government, environment and pollutioncontrol, conservation authorities*, which also have major research and developmentprojects into technologies such as biodegradable devices*, green technologies wherebiologists have a role to play.Beyond the labIf research is not for you but you still want to remain in touch with the scientificcommunity, then you might want to consider science communication, usually in publicrelations or journalism. These jobs often require a Masters in science communication,although practical skills gained on university newspapers and magazines are also highlyregarded.
There are also opportunities in publishing for biologists who want to work aspublishers or production editors of scientific journals.Beyond science, biology graduates also often deal with politics and policyworking with lawmakers to create new legislation on topics such as biomedical researchand environmental protection. Many biologists choose a career in economics, businessand industry to study and address the economic impacts of such biological issues asspecies extinctions and forest protection, to work with drug companies and providers ofscientific products and services, to research and test new products. Teaching alsoprovides an opportunity for those with good communication skills to make a realimpact.
Although becoming a teacher is not for everyone, it can be a very creativeprofession, in which you can continuously improve your lessons with new material andkeep up to date with the latest educational techniques.A helping handThese are just a few of the careers available to biology graduates. With the righttraining you could become anything from a bioinformatics programmer to anepidemiologist or an environmental lawyer. The hardest thing is deciding what you10want to do. But a few hours spent browsing the Internet can uncover a wealth ofinformation about the various industries you might want to consider.A biology degree stands you in good stead, so make sure that you sell it for whatit is actually worth.
But whatever you decide to do — make your millions, ensure theplanet is safer place or to just take a year out — the most important thing is to makesure you enjoy it.(Adapted from the Internet sites)-----------------------------*immersed – погрузившись//уйдя с головой* biodegradable devices – биоразлагающиеся устройства*conservation authorities – органы охраны окружающей среды3. Answer the questions.a) What are the two types of a Master’s degree in the UK universities? What does each type involve?b) What are the benefits of taking a PhD course?c) Can a graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology find an interesting and well-paidjob?d) What options are available for those who are not very keen on research but want toremain in touch with the scientific community?e) What businesses are open for biology graduates?4.
Match the expressions in column A with their meanings in column B. Translatethem into your native language.AB1) to stand sb in good steada) to be much better or more important than sb/sth2) to keep up to dateb) used to emphasize that what you are saying is onlyyour own opinion and may not be very helpful3) to remain in touch with sthc) to be useful or helpful to sb when needed4) to stand outd) to have the most recent information115) in the maine) there is no limit to the opportunities open to you6) for what it’s worthf) to spend some time away from your usual work oractivity in order to rest or do sth else instead7) to take a year outg) used to say that a statement is true in most cases8) the world is your oysterh) to know what is happening in a particular subjector areaFocus on language1.
Complete the chart. Use a dictionary if necessary.NOUNVERBADJECTIVEcreativedecideoptrelevantmanagementindustrialspecialistsolvecommunicationemployeditorvariousconsiderqualificationAdd new vocabulary to your vocabulary notebook.12Verb patterns with the InfinitiveThere are two typical verb patterns with the infinitive:Verb + InfinitiveVerb + Object + InfinitiveThey decided to pursue a career in science.PhD helped me to stand out in the company.agreearrangeadvise*allow*ask*decideaskenableexpectfailexpectencourage*attempthopewantwarnlearn*threatenforceremindmanageofferhelpteachpromiserefusetellmotivateremember*seemorderpersuadetendtryinviterecommend*usewantforbidinstruct*when they are followed by question words(who, what, where, how, etc.)* if followed by an object or in a passive form2.
Complete the sentences with the most suitable verb from the box. Sometimesmore than one verb is possible. Use a dictionary if necessary to check theirmeanings.a) I strongly _______ you to attend Professor Hazel’s lectures on anatomy.b) I’m glad you have _______ to complete our course work before the deadline.c) He _________ to double check the results of the experiment.d) We hope this research will _______ us to explain the mechanism of neurologicaldiseases and mental disorders.e) My parents have always __________ me in my choice of career.f) The new equipment installed in our lab will _______ students to perform theirlaboratory work with better results.g) Nowadays more and more school leavers _______ to choose biology as their13speciality.h) Jill _______ to take a Master’s course.i) This dispute _________to split the team into two opposing camps unable tocollaborate!j) This microscope _______ to make observations at the nanoscale level.3.
Which verbs from the box haven’t been used? Include them in the sentences of your own.Verb patterns with the Infinitive and GerundSome verbs change their meaning followed by the Infinitive or Gerundtryneedgo onbe sorrystopmeanrememberforgetregretlikeVerb + InfinitiveVerb + GerundI’m sorry to interrupt, but can I ask you a I’m sorry for making a mistake like that!question? ( = to apologise for a present (apologise for an earlier action)action)4. Study the pairs of sentences. Use a dictionary to explain the difference inmeaning. Translate the sentences into your native language.1) a) I tried to solve the problem suggested by my supervisor but I couldn’t.(I made an attempt/effort to do it but I was unsuccessful)b) Why don’t you try getting some more information about this phenomenon?(You should do it as an experiment or test)2) a) I remember reading a lot of sci-fi books about cyborgs.b) Please remember to follow the safety instructions while working in the lab.3) a) You’ve improved a lot, but you still need to work harder.b) I’m afraid my computer needs upgrading.144) a) I stopped to buy a new issue of the ‘New Scientist’ magazine.b) They stopped talking and went on with the experiment.5) a) I like making experiments, it’s so exciting!b) I like to make experiments with the help of our lab instructor.6) a) I will never forget taking part in the international conference on biophysics inSpain.b) Don’t forget to asepticize the lab instrumentation before you start the experiment.7) a) Although nobody believed it could be possible, he went on experimenting andmade a great discovery.b) The lecturer stopped talking about the cloning and went on to talk about therecent findings on genetic engineering.8) a) I didn’t mean to interrupt you, but how do you explain this formula?b) Being a researcher often means working overtime.Verb patterns with GerundVerb + Gerundadmitregretreportavoidmisspostponesuggestprefer/enjoy/hatepractisecan’t helpfinishconsidermindrecallresumeimaginekeep (on)denyriskhave difficulty (in)spend (time)involvelook forward tomentionE.g.
We enjoyed making observation of whales behaviour.Scientists have reported mapping human genome.5. Choose the correct form of the verb.a) The teacher refused (accepting/to accept) the paper.b) We arranged (meeting/to meet) after the lecture.15c) Experts are trying (developing/to develop) better programs.d) Can you imagine (living/to live) without cell phones and computers?e) I simply can’t help (missing/to miss) some lectures at university, they are deadboring.f) Would you mind (testing/to test) the equipment before using it?g) Good communication skills allow scientists and researchers (getting/to get) theirmessage across.h) Have you finished (working/to work) on your project yet?6.
Make sentences of your own with five verbs from the box above.7. Match the words in A with their definitions in B.A1) job2) career3) profession4) employment5) position6) work7) occupationB1. a type of job that needs special training or skill,especially one that needs a high level of education2.
the type of work that someone usually does (especially inofficial forms)3. the situation in which people work or have jobs,(especially in official documents or news reports)4. the job that sb does, especially in order to earn money,either by working for an employer or working forthemselves5. type of work that you do for most of your working life,which involves several similar jobs over a long period oftime6. work for which you receive regular payment, especiallywhen you work for an employer7. (formal) a job, especially an important one in a largeorganization8.
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