Welcome to the New London Science and Technology Magnet High School

Environmental scientists conduct research to identify and abate or eliminate sources of pollutants that affect people, wildlife, and their environments. These workers analyze and report measurements and observations of air, water, soil, and other sources and make recommendations on how best to clean and preserve the environment. Understanding the issues involved in protecting the environment—degradation, conservation, recycling, and replenishment—is central to the work of environmental scientists, who often use their skills and knowledge to design and monitor waste disposal sites, preserve water supplies, and reclaim contaminated land and water to comply with Federal environmental regulations. Environmental scientists need interpersonal skills, because they usually work as part of a team with other scientists, engineers, and technicians. Strong oral and written communication skills also are important, because writing technical reports and research proposals, as well as communicating research results to others, are important aspects of the work.

Possible Job Titles include:

Health & Biotechnology

The health professions include a variety of medical careers. A strong understanding of the science concepts related to the functioning human body and interest in the well-being of people and their quality of life are attributes of successful health-care professionals. Biotechnology is a promising field that is predicted to be one of the pivotal forces of the 21st Century. Today it is saving lives through the development of breakthrough drugs and improving the quality of life with new agriculture and environmental products. One common definition of biotechnology is "the use of living cells and materials to develop and manufacture products used in improving human health, animal health, agriculture, and the environment”.

Physician
Nurse
Physical Therapist
Laboratory Technician
Dentist
Biomedical Engineer

Cell Culture and Fermentation Researcher
Microbiologist
Animal Technician
Genome Analyst
Clinical Research Associate
Agricultural Researcher

Physics

Physicists explore and identify basic principles governing the structure and behavior of matter, the generation and transfer of energy, and the interaction of matter and energy. Some physicists use these principles in theoretical areas, such as the nature of time and the origin of the universe, while others work in practical areas such as the development of advanced materials, electronic and optical devices, and medical equipment. Physicists design and perform experiments with lasers, cyclotrons, telescopes, mass spectrometers and other equipment. Based on observations and analysis, they attempt to discover the laws that describe the forces of nature, such as gravity, electromagnetism, and nuclear interactions. They also find ways to apply physical laws and theories to problems in nuclear energy, electronics, optics, materials, communications, aerospace technology, and medical instrumentation. Mathematical ability, computer skills, an inquisitive mind, imagination, good oral and written communications skills, and the ability to work independently and with others are important traits for anyone planning a career in physics.
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Engineering

Engineers help to design and manufacture just about everything—from the tallest skyscrapers to the smallest computer chips, from cars to space shuttles, from miracle fabrics to artificial heart valves. Even though their efforts are all around us, the work of engineers can seem like a mystery to those outside the profession. In the most general terms, engineers are problem-solvers. They apply the concepts of mathematics and science to solving real-world challenges. The engineering profession includes many different disciplines. In fact, engineering may offer more career options than any other profession. Engineers are a diverse group, contributing to projects that improve the quality of life on every continent. A background in engineering can also lead to a career in law, education, medicine, or public policy.Possible Engineering Job Titles include:

Science Learning Strands

Environmental Science

Health & Biotechnology

Physics

Engineering

Environmental Science

Health & Biotechnology

Physics

Engineering