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Genetic engineering
(redirected from Gene manipulation)

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genetic engineering
n.
Scientific alteration of the structure of genetic material in a living organism using recombinant DNA, employed for such purposes as creating bacteria that synthesize insulin.
Genetic engineering
The manipulation of genetic material to produce specific results in an organism.
Mentioned in: Gene Therapy
genetic engineering Biological engineering, genetic modification, recombinant DNA technology Molecular biology The manipulation of a living genome by introducing or eliminating specific genes through recombinant DNA techniques, which may result in a new capability–eg production of different substances or new functions, gene repair or replacement


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