Here's why:
* Focus on the microscopic: Molecular biology deals with the study of biological processes at the molecular level, often involving DNA, RNA, and proteins.
* Specialized equipment: This field relies heavily on sophisticated equipment like PCR machines, sequencers, microscopes, and specialized software, all typically found in controlled laboratory settings.
* Controlled experiments: Molecular biology research often involves controlled experiments, which are best conducted in a laboratory environment to minimize variables and ensure accuracy.
While other biologists might also work in indoor laboratories (like geneticists, biochemists, or cell biologists), molecular biology is the field most closely associated with laboratory-based research.
