genetic engineering
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ge·net·ic en·gi·neer·ing
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the deliberate modification of the characteristics of an organism by manipulating its genetic material.
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Genetic Engineering
Dictionary entry from: Dictionary of American History
GENETIC ENGINEERING GENETIC ENGINEERING is the deliberate manipulation of an organism's genetic makeup to achieve a planned and desired result. Proponents of genetic engineering consider it an extension of the selective breeding practiced for...
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Genetics and Genetic Engineering
Book article from: The Oxford Companion to United States History
Genetics and Genetic Engineering. The second half of the twentieth...of relatively recent stamp, genetic engineering of the old‐fashioned...skill loosely called “genetic engineering.” In 1973, Stanley...
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genetic engineering
Book article from: The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition
genetic engineering the use of various methods to manipulate...toxins that act as pesticides. Genetic engineering techniques have also been used...Environmental Protection Agency. Because genetic engineering involves techniques used to obtain...
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Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering, History of
Book article from: Genetics
Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering, History of The term "biotechnology...to milk to produce yogurt. Genetic Engineering versus Biotechnology For many...manipulation, the term "genetic engineering" is more appropriate. Genetic...
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Genetic Engineer
Book article from: Plant Sciences
...centers. The greatest amount of genetic engineering takes place in the United...However, because plant genetic engineering is taking place in many places...vocal groups of opponents to genetic engineering technology claim that genetic...
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