The molecular geneticist
Example: The molecular geneticist studied DNA to understand genetic diseases.
Definition
"The molecular geneticist" is a medical professional who specializes in studying the structure and function of genes at a molecular level. They analyze DNA and genetic material to understand hereditary diseases, genetic disorders, and develop treatments based on genetic information.
Etymology
The term "the molecular geneticist" combines 'molecular,' derived from the Latin 'molecula' meaning 'small mass,' and 'geneticist,' from 'genetics,' a branch of biology coined in the early 20th century from the Greek 'genesis' meaning 'origin' or 'birth.' Together, they describe a scientist focused on genes at a molecular scale.
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"The molecular geneticist" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Medical Professions - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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