biomedical
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Relating to the application of biological and physiological principles to clinical medicine: "Biomedical" describes the field that combines biology and medicine, focusing on the scientific study of the human body, diseases, and treatments.
- Pertaining to the activities and applications of science to clinical medicine: It refers to research, technology, or practices that use scientific methods from the life sciences to understand and address medical problems.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- The university has a strong reputation for its biomedical engineering program.
- Advances in biomedical technology have led to better diagnostic tools.
- She works in a biomedical research laboratory studying cancer therapies.
Advanced Usage
"Biomedical model": A conceptual framework in medicine that views illness as a result of physiological processes, often emphasizing biological factors over psychological or social ones.
- The traditional biomedical model focuses on diagnosing and treating physical pathology.
"Biomedical ethics": The study of ethical issues arising from medical and biological research and practice.
- The debate over genetic engineering raises complex questions in biomedical ethics.
Variants and Related Words
Biomedicine (n): The branch of medical science that applies biological principles to clinical practice.
- He dedicated his career to the field of biomedicine.
Biomedically (adv): In a manner relating to biomedicine.
- The condition was approached biomedically, focusing on its physiological causes.
Synonyms
- Medicobiological: Relating to both medical and biological sciences.
- Bioscientific: Pertaining to the science of life processes.
Related Phrases
Biomedical science: The application of science to medicine.
- A degree in biomedical science can lead to various healthcare careers.
Biomedical research: Scientific investigation aimed at understanding diseases and developing treatments.
- Funding for biomedical research is crucial for medical progress.
Adjective
- relating to the activities and applications of science to clinical medicine
- biomedical research laboratory