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genetic engineering

/dʒəˌnetɪk ˌendʒɪˈnɪərɪŋ/

Traducción: Manipulación directa de los genes de un organismo mediante biotecnología para alterar sus características, a menudo con fines médicos, agrícolas o de investigación.

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/dʒəˌnetɪk ˌendʒɪˈnɪərɪŋ/C1formalscientific
  • esManipulación directa de los genes de un organismo mediante biotecnología para alterar sus características, a menudo con fines médicos, agrícolas o de investigación.

The direct manipulation of an organism's genes using biotechnology to alter its characteristics, often for medical, agricultural, or research purposes.

  1. Modification of DNAB2formal

    The direct manipulation of an organism's genes using biotechnology to alter its characteristics.

    esingeniería genética

    • Genetic engineering is used to create crops that are resistant to pests.
    • Scientists are exploring genetic engineering to treat inherited diseases.
    • The debate over genetic engineering in food production continues.
  2. Medical applicationC1formal

    The application of genetic modification techniques for therapeutic purposes, such as gene therapy.

    esingeniería genética aplicada a la medicina

    • Genetic engineering offers potential cures for genetic disorders.
    • Researchers used genetic engineering to develop a new vaccine.
    • The medical field has advanced significantly thanks to genetic engineering.