Introduction to Biomedical Science

As old diseases begin to emerge out of the ashes of defeat by previous cures and vaccines, modern diseases begin to emerge as well out of thin air. Bad bacteria and viruses are evolving to grow immune to our usual antibiotics and vaccines. Homo sapiens which is us, have to evolve not by means of our genetics composition, but our intellect to figure out ways to withstand the threats pose by viruses and the like. If not, we will be defeated and be victims in the war of survival between species.

Though it may sound like something out of science fiction, the reality is not any less different. Biomedical scientist may be the Jedi in this intergalactic, I mean inter-species war.

"A special light reveals deadly bacteria."
Source of caption and photo: online version of the NYT article

Okay! Enough creative writing for now. Appropriate healthcare management relies greatly on the result of clinical investigations and lives of patient may depend on the experience and expertise of Biomedical Scientist.

In Malaysia, the government envision to achieve developed country status by 2020. Much support is needed by the government to establish well equipped laboratory and to emphasize on expertise development. Although rapid growth in the healthcare community has been observed for the past few years, such advancement must be maintained.

The Biomedical Scientist, equipped with knowledge and expertise, evolves with the ever changing trends of modern medical and technological fields, thus fulfill the trust and reliance expected of them.

Shawn