Biologist conducts research into all forms of life to increase scientific knowledge and develop practical applications in fields such as medicine and agriculture. He/she plans field and laboratory studies of origin, development, functions, structure, distribution, environment, interrelationships and other aspects of life-forms, and observes characteristics and behaviour of life-forms. He/she identifies, classifies and preserves specimens, studies and experiments with biological specimens in laboratories. He/she coordinates, analyses and evaluates results obtained and prepares scientific reports of the findings and conclusions.