GRE Subject Test: Biology

This subject covers the key concepts and topics tested in the GRE Subject Test for Biology, including cellular biology, genetics, and ecology.

Practical Applications

Biotechnology in Medicine

Biology Meets Technology

Biotechnology uses living cells and organisms to develop products that improve our health and quality of life.

Medical Applications

  • Genetic engineering: Creating insulin using bacteria
  • CRISPR: Editing genes to treat inherited diseases
  • Vaccines: Using viral components to train our immune system

Everyday Impact

These advances help diagnose diseases, develop treatments, and even prevent illness before it starts.

Examples

  • Doctors use gene therapy to treat certain types of blindness.

  • Biotech companies produce vaccines rapidly during pandemics.