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Diploid is a cell or organism that has paired chromosomes, one from each parent.
Event
On January 11, 2021, NHGRI and The George Washington University organized an interactive webinar.
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Deoxyribonucleic acid (abbreviated DNA) is the molecule that carries genetic information for the development and functioning of an organism.
Policy Issues
Genome editing is a method that lets scientists change the DNA of many organisms, including plants, bacteria, and animals.
… is a method that lets scientists change the DNA of many organisms, including plants, bacteria, and animals. Editing … is a method that lets scientists change the DNA of many organisms, including plants, bacteria, and animals. ​ … … is a method that lets scientists change the DNA of many organisms, including plants, bacteria, and animals. … Policy …
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Genomics refers to the study of the entire genome of an organism whereas genetics refers to the study of a particular gene.
Event
A social media campaign, organized by NHGRI and its partners, that focuses on healthcare provider genomics education.
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Genetic engineering is the process of using recombinant DNA (rDNA) technology to alter the genetic makeup of an organism.
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Cytoplasm is the gelatinous liquid that fills the inside of a cell. It is composed of water, salts, and various organic molecules.
Policy Issues
Synthetic biology is a field of science that involves redesigning organisms for useful purposes by engineering them to have new abilities.
… biology is a field of science that involves redesigning organisms for useful purposes by engineering them to have new … in medicine, manufacturing and agriculture. … Redesigning organisms so that they produce a substance, such as a … pieces of DNA could be genes that are found in other organisms or they could be entirely novel. In genome editing, …
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The zebrafish is a member of the minnow family of fish.
… is a member of the minnow family of fish. … Animal Model, Gene, Transgenic, Candidate Gene, Genetic Engineering, … a member of the minnow family of fish. The zebrafish is a model organism used to study the development of vertebrates. …