life science

noun

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

life science

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

life science

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of life science¹

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

Careers Wales has also told the BBC that life sciences, which include roles within biomedical sciences and microbiology, and the energy industry are seen as the biggest growing sector in Wales.

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The multi-national business, known as MSD in Europe, said it would move its life sciences research to the US and cut UK jobs, blaming successive governments for undervaluing innovative medicines.

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The multinational business, known as Merck in the US, said it would move its life sciences research to the US and cut more than 100 UK jobs, blaming successive governments for undervaluing innovative medicines.

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"By backing innovation, research and life sciences, we will make our NHS fit for the future, and cement the UK as a life sciences superpower."

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Mr Genys gives the example of Lithuanian life sciences firm Delta Biosciences, which is preparing a mission to the International Space Station to test radiation-resistant medical compounds.

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Related Words

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• natural science 
• zoology