biotechnological
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a word derived from
biotechnology.
biotechnologynounthe use of living organisms or other biological systems in the manufacture of drugs or other products or for environmental management, as in waste recycling: includes the use of bioreactors in manufacturing, microorganisms to degrade oil slicks or organic waste, genetically engineered bacteria to produce human hormones, and monoclonal antibodies to identify antigens.
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"Modern sericulture is currently undergoing a massive digital and biotechnological shift," says Krishna Tomala, the founder of Asho Farms.
From BBC ● Apr. 23, 2026
This matters because cannabinoids are increasingly manufactured using biotechnological methods rather than grown directly in plants.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 15, 2026
Her work focuses on how extremophiles adapt to harsh environments, the discovery of new compounds produced by these organisms, and metabolic engineering for biotechnological applications.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 13, 2026
Yarzábal actually started studying the microbiology of the Andean glaciers, beginning in Venezuela 17 years ago, because he and his team were interested in the biotechnological potential of cold-loving, or psychrophile, microorganisms.
From Salon ● Apr. 24, 2025
Moreover, the system used in this study has the potential to advance our understanding of the fundamental processes of plant cell differentiation and improve the biotechnological breeding of useful plant species.
From Science Daily ● May 1, 2024