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Biotechnology in the Research Triangle: Creating Better Lives and Building A Stronger NC Economy
Track # 311173
Annotations by:  Gregory Louie
 
 Track Category
Grade(s):
Middle (5-9)
Subjects(s):
Science
Business/Vocational
Technology
Agricultural Science
Careers
Last Modified:
Jan 11, 2009
Format:
Extended learning
 Track Description
In this project, you will be conducting your own research on careers at local biotechnology companies. Your goal is to create a 2-5 minute video news segment for a local television station. Select a biotechnology company that can be found nearby (in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill or in the surrounding area.) A complete report will have the following features: 1) A catchy introduction to career opportunities in biotechnology.  2) A focus on a particular company's history, mission and product line.  Include an explanation of the significance of the company's products to the public interest. For example, does this company produce drugs that cure human disease; or services to doctors doing biomedical research, or help farmers grow better crops?  3) A job description of one possible career at the company which an explanation of the salary range, the education required and typical duties that utilize or require talent and skill. 4) A bibliography of "Works Cited."  5)  At least one appropriate background image that illustrates some aspect of the biotechnology industry.
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