transgênico
1. relating to or denoting an organism that has had genes from another species introduced into its genome by genetic engineering
Transgenic crops have been modified to resist pesticides.
As culturas transgênicas foram modificadas para resistir a pesticidas.
2. containing genetic material from more than one species
Scientists created a transgenic mouse for medical research.
Cientistas criaram um camundongo transgênico para pesquisa médica.
3. produced by or involving the transfer of genes between different species
Transgenic technology has revolutionized agricultural production.
A tecnologia transgênica revolucionou a produção agrícola.
The term 'transgenic' gained significant prominence in Brazil during the 1990s-2000s with the introduction of genetically modified soybeans. It remains a politically and socially contentious term in Brazil, with ongoing debates between agribusiness advocates and organic/environmental movements. In Portuguese-speaking regions, 'transgênico' is the standard terminology used in scientific literature, labeling regulations, and public discourse about genetically modified foods.
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