👉 In the field of chemistry and synthetic biology, a "semisynthetic" is a form of synthesis that involves the use of a synthetic precursor or starting material. This can be achieved through the addition of a reagent, such as a base, an organic compound, or a protein, to a solution or mixture in order to modify its properties or structure. Semisynthetic methods are often used for the development and improvement of biological systems, such as those that have been genetically modified. These
