noun
- a scientist who applies biological and technological methods to develop products and processes in medicine, agriculture, and industry
Usage: countable noun; professional/technical term
Examples
- The biotechnologist developed a new vaccine using recombinant DNA technology.
- Biotechnologists work in laboratories to create genetically modified crops.
- She studied biology and chemistry to become a biotechnologist.
- The company hired several biotechnologists to research cancer treatments.
- Biotechnologists play a key role in advancing personalized medicine.
- Many biotechnologists collaborate with pharmaceutical companies on drug development.