(fenÂ´-fenÂ´), n a combination of fenfluramine hydrochloride and phentermine hydrochloride, two stimulants, which promotes weight loss by reducing appetite. It is no longer available due to its damaging of the heart's valves.
A biologist is a scientist who studies living organisms. Biologists involved in basic research attempt to discover underlying mechanisms that govern how organisms function. Biologists involved in applied research attempt to develop or improve medical, industrial or agricultural processes. Some biologists work in management positions coordinating or supervising research.
What Microbiologists Do. Microbiologists study microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, algae, fungi, and some types of parasites. They try to understand how these organisms live, grow, and interact with their environments.icrobiologists who apply basic research to such problems may be developing genetically engineered crops or better biofuels. Microbiologists use computers and a wide variety of sophisticated laboratory instruments to do their experiments.