DNA integration

DNA integration is the process where foreign genetic material, such as a virus's DNA, is incorporated into an organism's own DNA. This can happen naturally, like during viral infections, or artificially, in genetic engineering. The integrated DNA becomes part of the host's genetic code, allowing it to be replicated and passed on during cell division. This process is essential in biotechnology and medicine, for example, in gene therapy to correct genetic disorders. Overall, DNA integration permanently changes the organism's genetic information by adding new sequences into its genome.