Science
- Brain Analysts
- Computational Biology
- Environmentalist
- Geologist
- Space Tourism
"Using increasingly advanced brain imaging tools, neuroscientists will determine how people feel and react or what they’re capable of," said Terry Sejnowski. These analysts will detect possible mental illness, deception, people's intellectual strengths, and possibly decide which career is best suited to a particular person. They develop conclusions by using many research methods, like researching for each different area of the brain affected by a certain disease, and draw together a conclusion using fact based methods such as previous cases and studies. These professionals have to use multiple technological advancements and machinery and must be able to use each and every part effectively. The need for this career is becoming phenomenal. as the rate of children born with or developing mental illness is skyrocketing and the sooner these professions take off, the better. The career in STEM now that will be used to help formulate this career is neuroscience. The general salary for a brain analysts is $180,000 to $229,000."There is a growing need to combine computer science, biology and math to make sense of research data in massive quantities," says Leroy Hood, co-founder of the Institute for Systems Biology. This career will lead to physicians being able to test for unique genetic markers and create the best possible treatments and medicines for a particular patient. These biologists use research going through each part of a person's genetic make-up looking for one tiny part of the DNA to be compromised. The technological aspects of their job are used through the testing and problem solving phase of the development within a diagnosis. They use different testing equipment and have to be able to test each patient in a myriad of ways. The need for this career will be increasing as more and more evidence of genetic mutations are discovered. STEM careers that are available now, which will lead to the formation of this career, are computer scientists, mathematicians, and biologists. The general salary for a computational biologist is $106,000 to $118,000
The minimum requirement to work in this field is generally a bachelor's degree in environmental science, which concentrates study in such areas as biology, chemistry, and geology. A master's degree in the natural sciences has become more important for those who aspire to prominent positions within the field. Business and finance courses will be helpful for those interested in management positions. Advanced computer skills are also vital—especially knowledge of computer modeling, digital mapping, and Geographic Information System (GIS) and Global Positioning System (GPS) technology. Most environmental scientists continue to take courses in order to keep abreast of the latest developments in the field. Responsibilities of environmentalist are: work to regulate, control, and prevent air, land, and water pollution, work at mining, chemical, and oil corporations, architectural firms, nonprofit environmental organizations, and environmental consulting firms, they usually specialize in a particular aspect of the environment, such as land conservation, hazardous or toxic waste removal and disposal, groundwater contamination, acid rain, wildlife preservation, solving environmental problems in the community, attending public hearings or appearing before legislative committees or in court, analyzing the complex relationships between organisms and their environments, studying the influence of such factors as pollutants, rainfall, temperature, and changes in population of organisms on the environment, or they may also recommend way to preserve our ecosystem. The general salary for a environmentalist if $68,515 to $87,939
A bachelor's degree is necessary for most government and industry positions in the field of geology. For teaching positions, schools prefer candidates with a bachelor's degree and a teaching certificate. Because the requirements for teaching certificates vary from state to state, interested students should check with the certifying agency of their state. Some firms and government agencies seek beginners who have advanced degrees in geology—especially for jobs in research. A doctoral degree is generally required of teachers in four-year colleges and universities. Responsibilities of Geologists are: studing the earth’s crust to obtain accurate picture of its structure, its history, and composition, and then exploring for sources of coal, metals, petroleum, and natural gas. There are off branches of geologist such as; Mineralogists who study rocks, minerals, and precious stones; Paleontologists who try to figure out what the world was like in prehistoric times; Engineering geologists who figure out where to construct dams, lay pipelines, and build roads; and some geologists work with geophysicists to predict earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. The general salary for a geologist is $57,000 to $129,500
"Space Adventures plans on hiring about 10 space tour guides to start," said spokeswoman Stacey Tearne. This career would make it possible for common people to take tours of space. It combines all aspects of STEM and could possibly lead to communities in space. As of 2012, a space hotel is set to open. Research for this opportunity must be extremely thorough. They must decide how to develop and make it possible for people to live life properly in space. Space Tourism will take off once obtained, and is going to be a very great adventure for the world. STEM career now leading to this profession are astronauts and aerospace engineers. The general salary for a space tourism guide would be $80,000 to $90,000