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genomics

[ jee-noh-miks, ‑-nom-iks ]

noun

, (used with a singular verb)
  1. the study of genomes.


genomics

/ 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
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


genomics

/ jə-nōmĭks /

  1. The scientific study of genomes.


genomics

  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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Word History and Origins

Origin of genomics1

First recorded in 1985–90; genome, -ics
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Example Sentences

Before covid, her genomics lab didn’t actually do surveillance.

We absolutely emphasize this point repeatedly in our 2020 strategic vision, so much so that the very first thing we did in 2021 was to release what we call an action agenda for enhancing the diversity of the genomics workforce.

This conversation about the genomics revolution is part of our Century of Science project, which celebrates the 100th anniversary of Science News by exploring key scientific advances.

A year ago, the genomics lab at the University of Maryland School of Medicine could have started sequencing coronavirus samples and searching for variants on a significant scale, if only there had been the money to launch it.

Turning sequences into usable data is the biggest challenge for public health genomics programs, he says.

The Ebola Wars By Richard Preston, New Yorker How genomics research can help contain the outbreak.

When first genomics started, we figured the result would be self-improvement—literally.

Breakthroughs in genomics, regenerative medicine, as well as personalized drugs and therapies are all within our reach.

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