biotechnology
[/ˌbaɪoʊtɛkˈnɑlədʒi/]
nounfemininepl: biotechnologies
biotecnologia
1. The application of biological organisms, cells, or their components to obtain desired products and services, often involving genetic engineering and molecular biology
Biotechnology has revolutionized the pharmaceutical industry by enabling the development of new medicines.
A biotecnologia revolucionou a indústria farmacêutica ao permitir o desenvolvimento de novos medicamentos.
2. The use of living organisms or biological processes in industrial or manufacturing processes
Agricultural biotechnology helps increase crop yields and disease resistance.
A biotecnologia agrícola ajuda a aumentar o rendimento das colheitas e a resistência a doenças.
3. The science and technology of using biological systems to solve problems or make useful products
Advances in biotechnology are crucial for addressing global health challenges.
Os avanços em biotecnologia são cruciais para enfrentar desafios globais de saúde.
In Brazil, biotechnology (biotecnologia) is increasingly significant in agriculture, particularly regarding genetically modified crops (transgênicos), which is a major export industry. The term is also prominent in discussions of biofuels and renewable energy. In the USA, biotechnology represents a major economic and research sector, with significant clusters in Boston, San Francisco, and San Diego. The field carries cultural weight regarding ethical debates on genetic modification and gene therapy in both countries.
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