GEMET
General
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Thesaurus
genetic engineering
Definition

1) The complex of techniques for the production of new genes and the alteration of the structure of the chromosomes to produce effects beneficial to man, in agriculture and medicine. 2) The intentional production of new genes and alteration of genomes by the substitution or addition of new genetic material.

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Concept URL: http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/3624