Biotech, short for biotechnology, refers to the use of living organisms or biological systems to develop new products or technologies. Synonyms for biotech include biopharmaceuticals, life sciences, genetic engineering, biomedical research, and bioinformatics. Biopharmaceuticals refers to medications produced using biotechnology, while life sciences encompass the study of living organisms and their processes. Genetic engineering involves manipulating the genes of organisms for various applications. Biomedical research focuses on discovering new medical treatments, and bioinformatics is the use of computer technology to analyze biological data. All of these terms relate to the field of biotechnology and the many ways it can be applied to benefit society.