[CLOSED PR] Pathology to Microbiology

[Rilor]

Thought about pathology

Something we seem to get stuck on is balancing "good" and "bad" pathogens. TBH, I think that's a niche genetics already fills. I think it would be worth reconsidering the entire concept and think about what role pathology could serve in relation to existing mechanics and departments, the way botany does with kitchen or chemistry.

Pathology could be more like a biological aspect of science. Maybe they could serve a roll in medical production in making medicine. Maybe they produce advanced yeasts for the chef for baking and alcohol brewing. Create microbial energy cells to add Engineering with Power Production. Analyze forensic samples to aid with Security investigations.

I do like the idea of pathology having more ways to help everyone on the station than just rushing a beneficial plague every round. Also this could open up more options for gimmicks for pathology than "make everyone Shakespeare" or "sell the vaccine for a harmless but annoying plague you unleash to become rich."