bioscience

[bahy-oh-sahy-uhns]

noun

1. any science that deals with the biological aspects of living organisms.

bioscience

/ ˈbaɪəʊˌsaɪəns /

noun

1. another name for a life science

2. the life sciences collectively

Other Word Forms

• bioscientific adjective
• bioscientist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of bioscience¹

First recorded in 1960–65; bio- + science

Example Sentences

The so-called longevity risk that retirees will live longer—stemming from advances in biosciences and healthcare—means that insurers need to be on the hunt for longer-term assets, too.

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How important is the NIH to the innovativeness of American bioscience and the health of the public?

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In the 20th Century, the UK led the way in the basic sciences of electronics, computing and the biosciences.

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The research project involves 16 academic institutions and NHS trusts and health boards from across the UK, working alongside 12 bioscience and technology companies.

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"This unique defense system could be a target for treatment or prevention," said David Taylor, associate professor of molecular biosciences at UT and an author on the paper.

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