genomics

American  

[jee-noh-miks, ‑-nom-iks] / dʒiˈnoʊ mɪks, ‑ˈnɒm ɪks /

noun

(used with a singular verb)

1. the study of genomes.

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genomics British  

/ dʒɪˈnɒmɪks /

noun

1. the branch of molecular genetics concerned with the study of genomes, specifically the identification and sequencing of their constituent genes and the application of this knowledge in medicine, pharmacy, agriculture, etc

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genomics Scientific  

/ jə-nō′mĭks /

1. The scientific study of genomes.

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genomics Cultural  

1. The field of science that studies the entire DNA sequence of an organism's genome. The goal is to find all the genes within each genome and to use that information to develop improved medicines as well as answer scientific questions. (See also proteomics.)

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Etymology

Origin of genomics

First recorded in 1985–90; see origin at genome, -ics

Example Sentences

“In drug development, lack of regulatory clarity and consistency can be more damaging than regulation itself,” observes Ruxandra Teslo, a genomics expert who studies clinical trial practices.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

"It's a really exciting time with three areas where the UK is world-leading - genomics, biomedical research and AI - combining to transform biology and medicine," Prof Lehner said.

From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026

More than 84,000 people at Mayo Clinic locations in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota participated through the Tapestry DNA research study, part of the organization's broader effort to bring genomics into routine medical care.

From Science Daily • Dec. 8, 2025

Dennett said Endolith’s approach is different because it combines adaptive laboratory evolution, cloud computing and advanced genomics to fine-tune conditions under which microbes thrive in a way that rival processes haven’t.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 12, 2025

Broad’s speed record news External link coincides with a genomics conference this week, where the sequencing rivals are showing off their newest technologies.

From Barron's • Oct. 16, 2025