transgenic

[ trans-jen-ik, tranz‑ ]

adjective

1. of, relating to, or containing a gene or genes transferred from another species:

   transgenic mice.

transgenic

/ trænzˈdʒɛnɪk /

adjective

1. (of an animal or plant) containing genetic material artificially transferred from another species

transgenic

/ trăns-jĕn′ĭk /

1. Relating to an organism whose genome has been altered by the transfer of a gene or genes from another species or breed. Transgenic organisms are used in research to help determine the function of the inserted gene, while in industry they are used to produce a desired substance.

Word History and Origins

Origin of transgenic¹

First recorded in 1980–85

Example Sentences

The introduction of the CRISPR/Cas9 method represented a methodological breakthrough for the researchers, as it enabled the establishment of the first transgenic migratory locusts expressing the genetically encoded calcium sensor GCaMP in olfactory sensory neurons.

From Science Daily

Interestingly, the transgenic plants also showed improved resilience to chilling stress, a common environmental challenge that can severely impact crop yields.

From Science Daily

The decision could also affect PhilRice’s ongoing work to develop varieties of transgenic rice fortified with zinc and iron and even combine them with Golden Rice.

From Science Magazine

Further validation using qPCR revealed that four genes were upregulated or downregulated in the transgenic cells, including those regulating plant cell differentiation, metabolism, organogenesis, and auxin response.

From Science Daily

Next, they increased FOXF1 gene expression in endothelial cells using a transgenic model of lung cancer.

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