trait modification
[/treɪt ˌmɒdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/]
nounpl: trait modifications
modificação de características
1. The process of altering or changing an inherent quality, characteristic, or attribute of a person, organism, or thing
Trait modification through selective breeding has been used in agriculture for centuries.
A modificação de características através da seleção genética tem sido utilizada na agricultura há séculos.
2. In genetics and biotechnology, the deliberate alteration of genetic traits using scientific methods such as CRISPR or gene editing
Trait modification in crops can increase disease resistance and yield.
A modificação de características em plantas pode aumentar a resistência a doenças e a produtividade.
3. In behavioral or psychological contexts, the process of changing or improving personal characteristics or behavioral patterns
Trait modification programs help individuals develop better communication skills.
Programas de modificação de características ajudam indivíduos a desenvolver melhores habilidades de comunicação.
The term 'trait modification' is primarily used in scientific, agricultural, and medical contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, discussions about trait modification often relate to agricultural biotechnology and crop improvement. In the USA, the term is frequently associated with advanced genetic engineering research and bioethics discussions. Both cultures recognize the term's importance in discussions about sustainability, food security, and the ethical implications of genetic manipulation.
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