Taxonomy, Preservation of Strains, and Evolution
Toxins (includes detection, synthesis, and health effects)
Physiology (includes stress responses and nitrogen, carbon, and hydrogen metabolism)
Photosynthesis and Bioenergetics (includes photosystems, pigments, and electron carriers)
Molecular Biology (includes RNA, DNA, and protein metabolism, and viruses)
Biotechnology (includes agricultural applications, culture, and waste treatment)