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life science

American  

noun

  1. any science that deals with living organisms, their life processes, and their interrelationships, as biology, medicine, or ecology.

life science British  

noun

  1. any one of the branches of science concerned with the structure and behaviour of living organisms, such as biology, botany, zoology, physiology, or biochemistry Compare physical science See also social science

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life science Scientific  

  1. Any of several branches of science, such as biology, medicine, and ecology, that study the structural and functional organization of living organisms and their relationships to each other and the environment.

  2. Compare physical science

Other Word Forms

  • life scientist noun

Etymology

Origin of life science

First recorded in 1940–45

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It helps customers in healthcare, life sciences, and research with tools and solutions for everything from diagnostics to drug development.

From Barron's

In July last year, the government agreed to invest £520m into life sciences manufacturing but Kolia argued more focus is needed on revamping the supply chain.

From BBC

Dingoes are wild, predatory animals and need to be treated with respect, said Bill Bateman, associate professor in the school of molecular and life sciences at Curtin University.

From Barron's

The life sciences and diagnostic company released preliminary financial results late Monday ahead of a presentation at the JPMorgan Healthcare Conference Tuesday.

From Barron's

"In addition, we've struck a deal on medicine pricing that puts patients first and strengthens our life sciences sector, all without taking essential funding from our frontline services."

From BBC

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