The term for genetically modifying organisms to produce desired traits is known as genetic engineering. This biotechnological process involves manipulating an organism's DNA to introduce, remove, or alter specific genes, allowing for the expression of traits not normally present in that organism. Methods such as CRISPR, plasmid insertion, and recombinant DNA technology are commonly used to achieve these modifications. Genetic engineering plays a significant role in agriculture, medicine, and research, enabling the development of crops with improved resistance to pests, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), and therapies for genetic diseases.