| biotechnical | Having to do with biotechnology, or applying its techniques and principles. (09 Oct 1997) |
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| biotechnical engineering | Civil engineering methods incorporating organic materials to produce functional structures that are also aesthetically pleasing, provide wildlife habitat, and provide sites for revegetation. (09 Oct 1997) |
| biotechnology | <chemistry, molecular biology> A set of biological techniques developed through basic research and now applied to research and product development. In particular, the use by industry of recombinant DNA, cell fusion, and new bioprocessing techniques. Biotechnology products include antibiotics, insulin, interferon, recombinant DNA, and techniques such as waste recycling. Much older forms of biotechnology include breadmaking, cheese making and brewing wine and beer. (19 Jan 1998) |