noun
- Plural of biotechnology; the application of biological organisms, cells, or molecular components to develop or improve products and processes in medicine, agriculture, and industry.
Usage: Typically used in plural form when referring to multiple biotechnological fields or applications.; Common in academic, medical, and industrial contexts.
Examples
- Modern biotechnologies have revolutionized the production of insulin and other life-saving medications.
- Agricultural biotechnologies help farmers develop crops that are more resistant to disease and drought.
- The company invests heavily in biotechnologies to create sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based products.
- Biotechnologies in the pharmaceutical industry have accelerated the development of new vaccines.
- Several biotechnologies are being explored to treat genetic disorders at the molecular level.
- Universities worldwide are conducting research in biotechnologies to address global health challenges.