genomic

adjective

ge·​no·​mic ji-ˈnō-mik How to pronounce genomic (audio) -ˈnä- How to pronounce genomic (audio)
: of or relating to a genome or to genomics

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On a genomic level, the researchers found sequences of genes that are typically seen in other high-altitude animals, such as genes adapted for hypoxia, or a lack of oxygen. — Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 9 July 2026 Develop approaches to integrate genomic information into conservation planning. — Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 27 June 2026 But now, in an era of artificial intelligence (AI), accessible real-world data (RWD) and connections to genomic data and biomarkers, real possibilities are taking shape. — Sujay Jadhav, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026 The server is aimed at organizations working on problems that require extreme computing power, including molecular simulations, multi-physics modeling, genomic research, industrial design, and sovereign AI infrastructure. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for genomic

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1934, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of genomic was in 1934

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genomic

adjective
ge·​nom·​ic ji-ˈnō-mik How to pronounce genomic (audio) -ˈnäm-ik How to pronounce genomic (audio)
: of or relating to a genome or genomics
the genomic constitution of an organism
use of genomic technology to develop new and improved drugs

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