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WAO Life Science

Welcome to the Life Science Track of the World Academic Olympics (WAO)!

 

This track is tailored for high school students who are passionate about understanding living organisms and their interactions with the environment.

 

The Life Sciences encompass a wide range of disciplines that study the structure, function, growth, origin, evolution, and distribution of living organisms.

 

The WAO Life Science Track provides a comprehensive array of events that challenge students to deepen their knowledge and apply scientific principles to real-world scenarios.

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Explore the WAO Life Science events by clusters:

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Biology Events

Animal Biology

General study of animal life and behavior.

2024-09 (Sept)

Animal Physiology

Explores the physical and chemical functions of animals.

2025-02 (Feb)

Biochemistry

Studies the chemical processes and substances that occur within living organisms.

2024-11 (Nov)

Biochemistry and molecular biology

Explores the chemical processes within and related to living organisms, focusing on molecular biology and biochemistry.

2024-08 (Aug)

Bioinformatics

Studies the use of software tools to understand biological data.

2025-04 (Apr)

Bioinformatics

Combines biology, computer science, and information technology to analyze biological data.

2025-02 (Feb)

Biophysics

Applies the principles of physics to understand biological systems.

2025-06 (Jun)

Bioprocess Engineering

Focuses on the development of processes for the production of biological products.

2025-03 (Mar)

Biotechnology

Applies biological principles to develop products and technologies.

2024-10 (Oct)

Cell Signaling

Examines the communication processes that govern cellular activities.

2025-04 (Apr)

Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience

Focuses on the cellular and molecular mechanisms of the nervous system.

2024-11 (Nov)

Cognitive Neuroscience

Studies the neural mechanisms underlying cognition.

2025-01 (Jan)

Comparative Physiology

Compares the physiological functions of different species.

2024-12 (Dec)

Conservation Biology

Focuses on the preservation of biodiversity.

2025-04 (Apr)

Developmental Biology

Studies the process by which organisms grow and develop.

2024-12 (Dec)

Ecology and Environmental Biology

Studies the interactions between organisms and their environments.

2024-12 (Dec)

Economic Botany

Studies the relationship between people and plants, including plant products and their uses.

2025-02 (Feb)

Endocrinology

Studies hormones and their effects on the body.

2025-04 (Apr)

Endocrinology

Studies the glands and hormones of the endocrine system.

2025-03 (Mar)

Environmental Microbiology

Studies the role of microorganisms in the environment.

2025-01 (Jan)

Enzymology

Focuses on enzymes and their biochemical functions.

2025-03 (Mar)

Epigenetics

Investigates changes in gene expression caused by mechanisms other than changes in the DNA sequence.

2025-02 (Feb)

Ethology

Studies animal behavior in natural conditions.

2025-03 (Mar)

Evolutionary Biology

Explores the processes that have led to the diversity of life on Earth.

2025-06 (Jun)

Exercise Physiology

Studies the physiological responses to physical activity.

2025-02 (Feb)

General Biochemistry

Comprehensive study of biochemical processes.

2024-12 (Dec)

General Genetics

Studies the principles of heredity and variation in living organisms.

2024-10 (Oct)

General Microbiology

Covers the study of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa.

2024-09 (Sept)

General biology

Comprehensive study of living organisms and life processes.

2024-08 (Aug)

Genetic Engineering

Studies the direct manipulation of an organism's genes using biotechnology.

2025-01 (Jan)

Genomics

Studies the structure, function, evolution, and mapping of genomes.

2025-01 (Jan)

Histology

Examines the microscopic structure of tissues.

2025-05 (May)

Human Anatomy and Physiology

Comprehensive study of the structure and function of the human body.

2025-01 (Jan)

Human Physiology

Studies the functions and mechanisms of the human body.

2024-11 (Nov)

Immunology

Explores the immune system and its functions.

2024-12 (Dec)

Industrial Microbiology

Explores the use of microbes in industrial processes.

2025-02 (Feb)

Introduction to Neuroscience

Overview of the structure and function of the nervous system.

2024-10 (Oct)

Invertebrate Zoology

Studies animals without backbones.

2024-11 (Nov)

Marine Biology

Studies the biology of marine organisms and their ecosystems.

2024-12 (Dec)

Metabolism

Examines the chemical processes that occur within living organisms to maintain life.

2025-01 (Jan)

Molecular Biology

Studies the molecular basis of biological activity.

2025-05 (May)

Molecular Genetics

Focuses on the structure and function of genes at a molecular level.

2024-11 (Nov)

Neuroanatomy

Examines the structure of the nervous system.

2025-02 (Feb)

Neuropharmacology

Studies the effects of drugs on the nervous system.

2025-03 (Mar)

Parasitology

Studies parasites and their interactions with host organisms.

2025-04 (Apr)

Pathogenic Microbiology

Focuses on microbes that cause diseases in humans, animals, and plants.

2024-11 (Nov)

Pharmacology

Focuses on the study of drugs and their effects on biological systems.

2025-03 (Mar)

Physiology and pathology

Examines the functions of living systems and the diseases that affect them.

2025-03 (Mar)

Plant Ecology

Examines the interactions of plants with their environment.

2025-01 (Jan)

Plant Physiology

Studies the functions and vital processes of plants.

2024-09 (Sept)

Plant Systematics

Focuses on the classification and evolution of plants.

2024-11 (Nov)

Population Genetics

Examines the genetic composition of populations and how it changes over time.

2024-12 (Dec)

Principles of Biotechnology

Overview of the basic principles and applications of biotechnology.

2024-12 (Dec)

Structural Biology

Studies the molecular structure of biological macromolecules.

2025-02 (Feb)

Vertebrate Zoology

Studies animals with backbones.

2025-01 (Jan)

Environmental Science Events

Atmospheric sciences and meteorology

Studies the atmosphere and weather processes.

2024-09 (Sept)

Biodiversity and Conservation

Focuses on the study and preservation of biodiversity.

2025-05 (May)

Climate Science and Solutions

Studies the science of climate change and strategies for mitigation and adaptation.

2025-04 (Apr)

Ecology

Studies the relationships between organisms and their environments.

2024-11 (Nov)

Energy and Environment

Studies the relationship between energy production and environmental impact.

2025-03 (Mar)

Environmental Biology

Examines the biological aspects of environmental science.

2024-12 (Dec)

Environmental Chemistry

Studies the chemical processes occurring in the environment.

2024-12 (Dec)

Environmental Ethics

Explores the ethical dimensions of environmental issues.

2024-12 (Dec)

Environmental Geology

Examines the interaction between the geological environment and human activities.

2025-01 (Jan)

Environmental Impact Assessment

Evaluates the environmental consequences of proposed actions.

2025-06 (Jun)

Environmental Law

Examines the legal frameworks governing environmental protection.

2025-03 (Mar)

Environmental Microbiology

Examines the role of microorganisms in the environment.

2025-04 (Apr)

Environmental Policy and Management

Studies the development and implementation of environmental policies.

2025-01 (Jan)

Environmental Toxicology

Studies the effects of chemicals on the environment and human health.

2025-02 (Feb)

Forestry

Studies the management and conservation of forests.

2024-10 (Oct)

GIS and Remote Sensing

Uses geographic information systems and remote sensing technology to study the environment.

2025-02 (Feb)

General environmental science

Comprehensive study of the environment and solutions to environmental problems.

2024-08 (Aug)

Geology and earth science

Examines the Earth, its structure, and the processes that shape it.

2024-10 (Oct)

Hydrology

Studies the distribution and movement of water on Earth.

2024-12 (Dec)

Marine science

Focuses on the study of marine ecosystems and organisms.

2024-11 (Nov)

Natural resources conservation and management

Focuses on the sustainable use and protection of natural resources.

2024-11 (Nov)

Restoration Ecology

Focuses on the restoration of degraded ecosystems.

2025-04 (Apr)

Soil Science

Studies soil as a natural resource, including its formation, classification, and mapping.

2025-01 (Jan)

Sustainable Development

Studies the development of sustainable solutions to environmental challenges.

2025-02 (Feb)

Urban Ecology

Studies the interactions between living organisms and urban environments.

2025-04 (Apr)

Waste Management

Studies the management and disposal of waste.

2025-03 (Mar)

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