4. Glossary

Biosimilars; biosimilar medicinal product

Copy of an original drug obtained by genetic engineering. The term generic drug is not used, as the production process may result in structural differences (glycosylated derivative levels) which influence the product's therapeutic activity.

Biotechnology

Biotechnology processes include techniques for using living materials to synthesize or modify molecules. They can be found in all the major fields of application: agri-food, health, marine biodiversity and the environment.

Génie génétique; genetic engineering

Recombinant DNA or genetic engineering methods are the "result of genetic manipulation in which DNA coding for the desired product is introduced by means of a vector such as a plasmid into a suitable microorganism or...