genetic engineering
US /dʒəˌnet.ɪk ˌen.dʒɪˈnɪr.ɪŋ/
UK /dʒəˌnet.ɪk ˌen.dʒɪˈnɪr.ɪŋ/
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基因工程
the deliberate modification of the characteristics of an organism by manipulating its genetic material.
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Advances in genetic engineering have opened new possibilities in medicine.
基因工程的进步为医学开辟了新的可能性。
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The debate over the ethics of genetic engineering continues.
关于基因工程伦理的争论仍在继续。