Genetic engineering

Genetic engineering

The science of modifying and manipulating genes to create new artificial DNA or synthetic genes of different organisms. There are many purposes for genetic engineering, some of which include finding better treatment for diseases, or simply for discovering new organism of interest.

Industry: Agriculture; Biotechnology

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Genetic engineering

fortify

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

To add strengthening components or beneficial ingredients to a nutrient medium.

cleave

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

To break phospho-diester bonds of double-stranded DNA, usually with a type II restriction endonuclease. a.k.a. to cut or digest.

blunt-end cut

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

To cleave phospho-diester bonds in the backbone of duplex DNA between the corresponding nucleotide pairs on opposite strands. This cleavage process results in both strands finishing at the same ...

digest

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

To cut DNA molecules with one or more restriction endonucleases.

disarm

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

To delete from a plasmid or virus genes that are cytotoxic or tumour inducing.

macerate

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

To disintegrate tissues to obtain a cell dissociation. Cutting, soaking or enzymatic actions are commonly used.

desiccate

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

To dry, exhaust or deprive of water or moisture. Any chemical used for this purpose is called a desiccant. An apparatus for drying and preventing hygroscopic samples from rehydrating is a desiccator. ...