Biomedical science focuses on understanding human biology, health, and diseases. It involves studying the biological and physiological processes in humans and applying this knowledge to medical research, diagnostics, and treatment development.
Biotechnology is the use of biological systems, organisms, or derivatives to develop products and technologies for a wide range of applications, including healthcare, agriculture, and industry. It focuses on harnessing cellular and molecular processes to create innovations that improve human life and the environment.
Aspect | Biomedical Science | Biotechnology |
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Primary Focus | Understanding human biology and diseases for healthcare. | Developing biological products for multiple sectors (health, agriculture, industry). |
Scope | Primarily focused on medical and clinical applications. | Broad: Includes healthcare, agriculture, industry, and environment. |
Techniques | Clinical tests, pathology, pharmacology. | Genetic engineering, fermentation, bioinformatics. |
Applications | Diagnostic tests, medical research, treatments. | Genetically modified organisms, biologics, biofuels. |
End Goal | Improving healthcare through research and diagnostics. | Product development for commercial use. |