HOSA Biotechnology Bio-Rad: Chapter 1

is the merging of technology and biology

use of modern molecular and microbial techniques to make useful products or processes.

a barrier between a person and pathogens; includes gloves, gowns, masks, goggles, and face shields

BSL-1

BSL-2

BSL-3

BSL-4

material safety data sheet; safety information about products compiled by manufacturer.

Process of making changes in the DNA code of living organisms. Process of manipulating genes.

Proteins that are formed from genes that are inserted into cells that are different from the original cells that coded for and made the protein

New combinations of Proteins

Novel Proteins

Process of separation

investigates the whole genome

the study of sets of proteins and their properties

study of RNA patterns / transcription

investigates metabolism

investigates microbiomes / microorganisms

Biological tools that cut & reattach DNA

An instrument that measures the proportions of light of different wavelengths absorbed and transmitted

(polymerase chain reaction) multiple copies of a specific segment of DNA

a grid of DNA segments of known sequence that is used to test and map DNA fragments, antibodies, or proteins.

made by introducing genes from one species into the genome of another animal

the branch of engineering that deals with things smaller than 100 nanometers

Use of DNA information to choose medications and make prescribing decisions.

or

prescribing medications based on race, gender or family history.

Manufacturing drugs using animals

food crops with pest-resistance, herbicide-resistance, and extra nutritional contents.

use of organisms to convert hazardous waste into a less hazardous form.

A method employed to clean up a hazardous waste site that uses plants to absorb and accumulate toxic materials

A procedure that analyzes DNA fragments to determine whether they come from a specific individual.

all the methods used to protect a population from exposure to biological agents

short DNA sequences that can be used to tell how species are related.

Food and Drug Administration. The agency that is responsible for determining if a food or drug is safe and effective enough to be sold to the public.

Environmental Protection Agency

United States Department of Agriculture

Good Laboratory Practices

Good Clinical Practice

Good Manufacturing Practices (for devices, see Quality stem Regulation).

Quality Assurance

Standard Operating Procedure

Occupational Safety and Health Administration