biotechnology

CEFRC1

/ˈbaɪəʊˌtɛk.nɒl.əʊ.dʒi/

noun

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noun
the branch of molecular biology that studies the use of microorganisms to perform specific industrial processes.
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genetic engineering

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Biotechnology will bring about a revolution in agriculture.
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Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses: 4
Parts of speech: 1
Citations: 5

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noun

Extra meanings

The application of the principles and practices of engineering and technology to the life sciences.
The use of living organisms (especially microorganisms) in industrial, agricultural, medical and other technological applications.

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2008, Yutaka Tanaka, Attitude toward Bioethics and Acceptance of Biotechnology, William G. Flynne (editor), Biotechnology and Bioengineering, page 175, The result of study 3 suggests that the factor of bioethics is important not only for the acceptance of bio...
Japan's strength lies in more traditional biotechnology such as fermentation.
Moreover, Arnhart points out that both the proponents and critics of biotechnology are compelled to appeal to our natural moral sense.

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Japan's strength lies in more traditional biotechnology such as fermentation.
1988, New Zealand Department of Trade and Industry, Biotechnology in New Zealand—A Business Perspective, page 8
The developments in biotechnology, particularly with the basic understanding of genetics, immunology, biochemistry, biochemical engineering and molecular biology, have paved the way for major biotechnology products and processes and have provided tools to the manufacturing and service industry.
2003, Mabju Sharma, Renu Swarup, “The Way Ahead - The New Technology in an Old Society”, in T. K. Ghose, P. Ghosh, editors, Biotechnology in India I, page 5
Moreover, Arnhart points out that both the proponents and critics of biotechnology are compelled to appeal to our natural moral sense.
2009, Sean D. Sutton, “Introduction”, in Sean D. Sutton, editor, Biotechnology: Our Future as Human Beings and Citizens, page 6
Agricultural biotechnology comprises a collection of scientific techniques, including genetic engineering, that are used to modify and improve plants, animals and microorganisms for human profit. Agricultural biotechnologies are not a substitute for conventional plant and animal breeding, but can be a powerful complement to improving the efficiency and sustainability of agricultural production.
2002, Charles Spillane, Yvonne Pinto, “1: Biosafety in Agrcultural Biotechnology: Balancing Social and Environmental Impacts”, in Timothy M. Swanson, editor, The Economics of Managing Biotechnologies, page 4
It therefore follows that we need to ensure that the conception, development, dissemination and application of biotechnologies are held to ethical democratic standars which ensure gender equality.
2008, Wendy Harcourt, “Chapter 1: Heading Blithely Down the Garden Path?: Some Entry Points into Current Debates on Women and Biotechnologies”, in Francesca Molfino, Flavia Zucco, editors, Women in Biotechnology: Creating Interfaces, page 38

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Origin

noun

From bio- + technology.

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noun

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Advances in blank allow scientists to engineer crops resistant to pests.