Biology Biology Biology is the study of all aspects of living organisms. It has long been recognized as basic to such important areas as environment, agriculture and medicine. The relation of modern biology to the social issues of our times is reflected by the increasing numbers of biologist involved in searching for solutions to our more pressing urban, environmental and population problems. The discoveries resulting from a continuing study of plants, microbes, animals, and especially man are essential for improving our civilization.
Topics studied by biologists range from subcellular particles to vast populations.
Since each living organism is part of a larger interacting system, biology is interwoven with other important fields of study. Knowledge of biology is central to understanding much of the world and life about us. Many biological scientists are primarily involved in research and development. Some conduct basic research to increase knowledge of living organisms. Others in applied research use this knowledge in activities such as developing new medicines, increasing crop yields, and improving the environment.