Legal Definitions - transgenic

Definition: Transgenic refers to a living organism that has been changed genetically by adding DNA from another organism.

For example, scientists can create transgenic mice by adding human genes to their DNA. This allows researchers to study how certain diseases affect humans by observing the mice. Another example is the creation of transgenic crops, such as corn or soybeans, which have been modified to resist pests or tolerate herbicides.

These examples illustrate how transgenic organisms can be used to improve our understanding of genetics and develop new technologies that benefit society.