Microbiologists may find industrial positions: industrial microbiology applies scientific and engineering principles to processes conducted by microorganisms, plant or animal cells to achieve useful products. Industrial microbiology comprises different areas such as food, pharmaceutical and chemical industries.
In addition, scientists in microbiology may conduct research on the health field, such as development of antibiotics and antimicrobials, vaccines, health-care products. Also, microbial activity, such as fermentation, is related to the production of foods and beverages.
