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genetic engineering

gen. manipulations génétiques
econ. génie génétique
life.sc., R&D., chem. ingénierie génétique
med., tech. technologie génétique
med.appl. technique génétique
nat.sc. manipulation génétique
genetic engineering 1. The complex of techniques for the production of new genes and the alteration of the structure of the chromosomes to produce effects beneficial to man, in agriculture and medicine. 2. The intentional production of new genes and alteration of genomes by the substitution or addition of new genetic material
environ. génie génétique
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Genetic Engineering
abbr. GE
genetic engineering
med. Using biotechnological techniques to modify an organism by changing its genetic material DNA or RNA. For example, bacteria can be genetically engineered to produce insulin, which can then be used to treat diabetes. see also deoxyribonucleic acid, ribonucleic acid
Genetic Engineering
: 8 phrases in 7 subjects
Agriculture1
Economics1
Environment2
Genetics1
Health care1
Name of organization1
Natural sciences1

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