genomics

[ jee-noh-miks, ‑-nom-iks ]

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noun

, (used with a singular verb)

genomics

/ dʒɪˈnɒmɪks /

the branch of molecular genetics concerned with the study of genomes, specifically the identification and sequencing of their constituent genes and the application of this knowledge in medicine, pharmacy, agriculture, etc

genomics

/ jə-nō′mĭks /

genomics

The field of science that studies the entire DNA sequence of an organism's genome . The goal is to find all the genes within each genome and to use that information to develop improved medicines as well as answer scientific questions. ( See also proteomics .)

First recorded in 1985–90; genome, -ics

The Ebola Wars By Richard Preston, New Yorker How genomics research can help contain the outbreak.

When first genomics started, we figured the result would be self-improvement—literally.

Breakthroughs in genomics, regenerative medicine, as well as personalized drugs and therapies are all within our reach.

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