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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.

Contributors in Genetic engineering

Genetic engineering

saturates

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

Oils containing saturated fatty acids.

population density

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

Number of cells or individuals per unit. The unit could be an area or volume of medium.

luxury consumption

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

Nutrient absorption by an organism in excess of that required for optimum growth and productivity.

solid media

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

Nutrient media that has been solidified, such as by addition of agar.

fertile

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

Of an organism: Capable of breeding and reproduction.

circadian

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

Of physiological activity, etc.: occurring or recurring about once a day. cf diurnal.

recalcitrant

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

Of seeds: unable to survive drying and subsequent storage at low temperature.

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