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Any cell in the body except gametes and their precursors. See also: gamete.
Industry:Biology
Trait that has a genetic component that does not follow strict Mendelian inheritance. May involve the interaction of two or more genes or gene-environment interactions. See also: Mendelian inheritance, additive genetic effects.
Industry:Biology
The study of genes and gene function in bacteria, archaea, and other microorganisms. Often used in research in the fields of bioremediation, alternative energy, and disease prevention. See also: model organisms, biotechnology, bioremediation.
Industry:Biology
An embryonic cell that can replicate indefinitely, transform into other types of cells, and serve as a continuous source of new cells..
Industry:Biology
A noncellular biological entity that can reproduce only within a host cell. Viruses consist of nucleic acid covered by protein; some animal viruses are also surrounded by membrane. Inside the infected cell, the virus uses the synthetic capability of the host to produce progeny virus. See also: cloning vector.
Industry:Biology
A protein that acts as a catalyst, speeding the rate at which a biochemical reaction proceeds but not altering the direction or nature of the reaction..
Industry:Biology
One gene interfers with or prevents the expression of another gene located at a different locus..
Industry:Biology
