biotechnology

(noun)

The use of living organisms (especially microorganisms) in industrial, agricultural, medical and other technological applications

Related Terms

Examples of biotechnology in the following topics:

  • Global Aging

    • Easier access to pervasive biotechnology in industrialized nations means that people live longer.

  • Composition of the Older Population

    • Some of this difference can be attributed to disparities in health care—easier access to pervasive biotechnology in industrialized nations means that people live longer.