What are some careers in botany?

Careers in the Field of Botany

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  Deciding what to do for a career is one of the most difficult decisions people have to face. Those who have an interest in plants should consider a career in botany. Before deciding to go into this field you should research each career choice and try to picture yourself doing it. Agronomists Agronomists focus on the agricultural aspect of botany. They study crops and soils in order to improve the agricultural process and quality. Physiologists Physiologists work in laboratories, greenhouses, growth chambers and on farms. Physiologists study the functions, growth, nutrient uptake, photosynthesis and scientific processes of plants. Physiologists also deal with agricultural aspects of botany but it is not their sole focus. Plant Pathologists Plant Pathologists study plant diseases. Plant Pathologists study the various types of diseases, how to control them, how to prevent them, how to cure them, and study new diseases of plants. Plant Taxonomists Plant Taxonomists often work in laboratories and greenhouses. Plant Taxonomists identify, name and classify plants. They study the chemistry, structure, habits, genetics, and reproduction of plants. Palynologists Palynologists work in laboratories and for forensic sciences. They study plant fossils and pollen. When working for forensic sciences they study the pollen on the suspects' clothing and shoes. They also focus on the history of plants Mycologists Mycologists use microscopes to study fungi and the plants that fungi have a symbiotic relationship with . Some mycologists work for the mushroom, vitamin or antibiotic industries. Plant Geneticists As the name implies plant geneticists study the genetics of plants. They study the specific genes, the function of genes and the evolution of genes. Weed Scientists Weed scientists study the biological, mechanical and chemical aspects of various weeds. Weed scientists often work in areas that are overly infested with weeds.