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biotechnology
A field of science and technology that uses biological systems and living organisms to develop technological applications and products, for example in medicine or agriculture.
Die moderne Biotechnologie ermöglicht die Herstellung von Insulin mithilfe von gentechnisch veränderten Bakterien.
Modern biotechnology makes it possible to produce insulin with the help of genetically modified bacteria.
The word is made up of the Greek-derived parts 'Bio-' (life) and 'Technologie' (technology, literally the study of technology). So it literally describes technology that deals with living organisms.
Die Biotechnologie hat in den letzten Jahren enorme Fortschritte gemacht.
Biotechnology has made enormous progress in recent years.
'Biotechnologie' (biotechnology) is a technical term from science and technology. It is mainly used in formal contexts such as the news, research, or political discussions.
In ihrem Studium spezialisiert sie sich auf die rote Biotechnologie, die sich mit Medizin befasst.
In her studies, she is specializing in red biotechnology, which deals with medicine.
Common verbs used in connection with this word are 'forschen' (to research), 'entwickeln' (to develop), and 'anwenden' (to apply). People also often talk about the 'Anwendungen' (applications) or 'Fortschritte' (advances) of biotechnology.
Viele Unternehmen investieren in die Forschung und Entwicklung im Bereich der Biotechnologie.
Many companies are investing in research and development in the field of biotechnology.
biology
'Biologie' and 'Biotechnologie' both have to do with living organisms and biological processes. 'Biologie' describes and studies life in general. 'Biotechnologie' uses this knowledge in practical ways to develop products or technical solutions, for example in medicine, agriculture, or industry. Learners may confuse the words because both begin with 'Bio-' and appear in similar specialist fields. A helpful way to remember the difference is: 'Biologie' asks how life works; 'Biotechnologie' uses life for an application.
Am Montag besucht er eine Firma, die mit Biotechnologie neue Medikamente entwickelt.
On Monday, he is visiting a company that uses biotechnology to develop new medicines.
Julian hat Biologie studiert, weil er verstehen wollte, wie Pflanzen wachsen.
Julian studied biology because he wanted to understand how plants grow.