agrigenomics
AG-ri-juh-NO-miks
Definition
The branch of genomics that focuses on the study of agricultural organisms to improve crop yield, livestock health, and overall agricultural efficiency.
Etymology
The word is a portmanteau derived from 'agriculture' (from Latin 'ager', meaning field) and 'genomics' (the study of genomes). It was coined to describe the application of high-throughput DNA sequencing and mapping to agricultural research.
In the news
The article lists agrigenomics as one of the specialized research fields benefiting from the expanded availability of complex synthetic DNA. It highlights how these advanced DNA tools enable innovation in agricultural sciences.
Researchers Gain Faster Access to Complex DNA as Integrated DNA Technologies and Ansa Biotechnologies Expand Ordering Platform
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