Transgenic
adjective
Refers to an organism that contains a segment of DNA from another species, which has been introduced through genetic engineering.
The transgenic corn was developed to resist insects.
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Neutral
transgenic crops, transgenic animals, transgenic plants
adjective
Describing genetically modified plants or animals used in agriculture to improve yield or resistance to disease.
Farmers are increasingly using transgenic plants to reduce crop losses.
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Formal
transgenic agriculture, transgenic varieties
adjective
Referring to organisms that have been genetically modified to produce pharmaceutical products or assist in medical research.
Transgenic mice are often used in research to study human diseases.
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Neutral
transgenic models, transgenic therapies
adjective
A term describing organisms whose genomes have been modified to incorporate DNA from other species, not limited to agriculture or medicine.
The transgenic aspect of bioengineering is gaining more attention in scientific communities.
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Neutral
transgenic technologies, transgenic organisms
adjective
Describes organisms into which one or more genes from another species have been introduced, typically utilizing genetic engineering techniques.
Research on transgenic organisms has expanded greatly in recent years.
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Formal
transgenic research, transgenic engineering
adjective
Refers to an organism that contains a segment of DNA from another species, which has been introduced through genetic engineering.
The transgenic corn was developed to resist insects.
Usage tips
Neutral
transgenic crops, transgenic animals, transgenic plants
adjective
Describing genetically modified plants or animals used in agriculture to improve yield or resistance to disease.
Farmers are increasingly using transgenic plants to reduce crop losses.
Usage tips
Formal
transgenic agriculture, transgenic varieties
adjective
Referring to organisms that have been genetically modified to produce pharmaceutical products or assist in medical research.
Transgenic mice are often used in research to study human diseases.
Usage tips
Neutral
transgenic models, transgenic therapies
adjective
A term describing organisms whose genomes have been modified to incorporate DNA from other species, not limited to agriculture or medicine.
The transgenic aspect of bioengineering is gaining more attention in scientific communities.
Usage tips
Neutral
transgenic technologies, transgenic organisms
adjective
Describes organisms into which one or more genes from another species have been introduced, typically utilizing genetic engineering techniques.
Research on transgenic organisms has expanded greatly in recent years.
Usage tips
Formal
transgenic research, transgenic engineering
Definition 1 of 5
Pro Tip 1/3Clarification
Understand that transgenic organisms are distinct from naturally occurring hybrids.
Many people confuse transgenic with hybrid organisms.
Pro Tip 2/3Ethical Considerations
Be aware of the ethical debates surrounding transgenic organisms and their impact on biodiversity.
Some communities passionately oppose the use of transgenic species.
Pro Tip 3/3Scientific Basis
Comprehend the scientific methods used for creating transgenic organisms.
It involves sophisticated laboratory techniques that can seem daunting.
Pro Tip 1/3Clarification
Understand that transgenic organisms are distinct from naturally occurring hybrids.
Many people confuse transgenic with hybrid organisms.
Pro Tip 2/3Ethical Considerations
Be aware of the ethical debates surrounding transgenic organisms and their impact on biodiversity.
Some communities passionately oppose the use of transgenic species.
Pro Tip 3/3Scientific Basis
Comprehend the scientific methods used for creating transgenic organisms.
It involves sophisticated laboratory techniques that can seem daunting.
Pro Tip 1/3Clarification
Understand that transgenic organisms are distinct from naturally occurring hybrids.
Many people confuse transgenic with hybrid organisms.
Pro Tip 2/3Ethical Considerations
Be aware of the ethical debates surrounding transgenic organisms and their impact on biodiversity.
Some communities passionately oppose the use of transgenic species.
Pro Tip 3/3Scientific Basis
Comprehend the scientific methods used for creating transgenic organisms.
It involves sophisticated laboratory techniques that can seem daunting.
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