A naturally occurring bacterium with pesticidal properties. Bacillus thuringiensis produces a protein (Bt toxin) that is toxic only to certain insect larvae that consume it.
Background Check
Used by employers to verify the accuracy of the information you provide on your resume or job application -- and beyond. On the rise as prices fall on these services. Items checked include: employment verification, educational background/degrees, references, credit history, medical records, driving record, court records, criminal records, and more.
Bacteriophage
A virus that infects bacteria. Also called a phage.
Basic skill
A fundamental skill that is the basis of later learning or is essential for employment.
Basic skill
A fundamental skill that is the basis of later learning or is essential for employment.
behaviorism
A theory suggesting that learning occurs when an environmental stimulus triggers a response or behavior. Based on classical conditioning theory, behaviorism applies to educational practices that reward performance behaviors to encourage repetition of those behaviors. Rote memorization and drill-and-practice instruction are supported by behaviorist theory.
benchmark performances
Performance examples against which other performances may be judged.
Best practice
Management practices and work processes that lead to outstanding or top-class performance and provide examples for others.
BIBB
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Bioassay
A method of determining the effect of a compound by quantifying its effect on living organisms or their component parts.
Bioprocessing
A technique in which microorganisms, living cells, or their components are used to produce a desired end product.
Bioreactor
A container used for bioprocessing.
Bioremediation
The use of organisms, usually microorganisms, to break down pollutants in soil, air or groundwater.
Biotechnology
(Ancient definition:) The use of living organisms to solve problems and make useful products. (Modern definition:) A collection of technologies that use living cells and/or biological molecules to solve problems and make useful products.
