gene-splicing
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Definition
Noun: - The technology of preparing recombinant DNA in vitro by cutting up DNA molecules and splicing together fragments from more than one organism: This refers to a set of laboratory techniques used to combine genetic material from different sources, creating DNA sequences that would not otherwise be found in a biological genome.
Usage
This term is used in scientific and technical contexts, specifically in the fields of molecular biology, genetics, and biotechnology. It describes the core process of genetic engineering.
Examples
- Noun:
- The discovery of restriction enzymes was crucial for the development of gene-splicing.
- Modern medicine benefits greatly from gene-splicing techniques used to produce insulin.
Advanced Usage
- As a modifier: The term is often used as a noun adjunct to describe related technologies or products.
- The gene-splicing experiment was a success.
- They discussed the ethics of gene-splicing technology.
Variants and Related Words
- Genetic engineering (n): A broader field that includes gene-splicing as a key technique.
- Recombinant DNA technology (n): A nearly synonymous term for gene-splicing.
- Splicing (n): The general act of joining pieces together; in genetics, it specifically refers to joining DNA fragments.
Synonyms
- DNA splicing
- Molecular cloning (in a specific context)
Notes on Meaning
"Gene-splicing" specifically denotes the technical process of cutting and joining DNA fragments. It is a subset of genetic engineering, which encompasses a wider range of techniques including gene delivery and genome editing.
Noun
- the technology of preparing recombinant DNA in vitro by cutting up DNA molecules and splicing together fragments from more than one organism