👉 Additional biology, or genomics, involves the study of an organism's entire genome—the complete set of genetic material, including all genes and non-coding regions. This field goes beyond traditional genetics by analyzing not just how genes function individually but also their interactions, regulatory mechanisms, and how they contribute to complex traits and diseases. Genomics encompasses techniques like DNA sequencing, gene expression analysis, and epigenetics, which examine how environmental factors influence gene activity without altering the DNA sequence itself. It plays a crucial role in personalized medicine, helping tailor treatments based on an individual's genetic makeup, and in understanding evolutionary relationships and biodiversity.
