(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.
Pros and Cons of a Microbiologist Career. Microbiologists are scientists who study the properties of minute organisms, such as fungi and bacteria, and how they affect living species. Before deciding whether becoming a microbiologist is right for you, consider the pros and cons.