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A gene which will be expressed only if there are 2 identical copies or, for a male, if one copy is present on the X chromosome..
Industry:Biology
A set of biological techniques developed through basic research and now applied to research and product development. In particular, biotechnology refers to the use by industry of recombinant DNA, cell fusion, and new bioprocessing techniques..
Industry:Biology
Any harmful trait, physical or biochemical, present at birth, whether a result of a genetic mutation or some other nongenetic factor.
See also: congenital, gene, mutation, syndrome.
Industry:Biology
Clone containing recombinant DNA molecules.
See also: recombinant DNA technology.
Industry:Biology
A computer program that identifies homologous (similar) genes in different organisms, such as human, fruit fly, or nematode..
Industry:Biology
The process by which progeny derive a combination of genes different from that of either parent. In higher organisms, this can occur by crossing over.
See also: crossing over, mutation.
Industry:Biology
In genetics, to receive genetic material from parents through biological processes..
Industry:Biology
Diseases in which abnormal cells divide and grow unchecked. Cancer can spread from its original site to other parts of the body and can be fatal.
See also: hereditary cancer, sporadic cancer.
Industry:Biology
