The relevance of the history of biotechnology for healthcare : Teaching students how biotechnology and medicine have been closely entwined during the past century highlights how both fields have inspired and driven each other.

Given how biotechnology has revolutionized medical research, drug development and treatment across fields like precision medicine, cancer therapy, and vaccine development, courses on the History of Biotechnology in academic curricula can inspire future scientists and clinicians to continue improving human health and well-being. [Image: see text]