"Biophysicist" - Part 1
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Basic Job Description:

Research or study physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena.

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Job Duties and Tasks for: "Biophysicist"

Studies physical principles of living cells and organisms and their electrical and mechanical energy.

Investigates transmission of electrical impulses along nerves and muscles.

Studies absorption of light by chlorophyll in photosynthesis or by pigments of eye involved in vision.

Researches cancer treatment, using radiation and nuclear particles.

Analyzes functions of electronic and human brains, such as learning, thinking, and memory.

Investigates dynamics of seeing and hearing.

Studies spatial configuration of submicroscopic molecules, such as proteins, using x-ray and electron microscope.

Researches manner in which characteristics of plants and animals are carried through successive generations.

Investigates damage to cells and tissues caused by x-rays and nuclear particles.

Researches transformation of substances in cells, using atomic isotopes.