biotechnologies
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pluralof biotechnology.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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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The ability to create new biotechnologies is becoming increasingly important for tackling global challenges spanning the sustainable production of chemicals, materials and food, to advanced therapeutics to combat emerging diseases.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 21, 2024
“We need to manufacture advanced biotechnologies here in the United States. Today’s actions are going to ensure that America leads the world in biotechnology and biomanufacturing, creating jobs and strengthening the supply chain.”
From Washington Post ● Sep. 12, 2022
SK Group will also invest several billions of dollars in biotechnologies to develop new drugs that will enhance the competitiveness of the U.S. pharmaceutical industry.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 26, 2022
We also must ensure that the scopes of definitions encompass the possibilities posed by emerging biotechnologies, regardless of the degree to which they will or will not be regulated.
From Slate ● Mar. 22, 2021
Working with the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations, they helped steer money into COVID-19 vaccine candidates and biotechnologies that could be quickly manufactured and suitable for the developing world.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 23, 2020