Genetic improvement is a research area focused on enhancing the genetic traits of plants, animals, or microorganisms through selective breeding, genetic engineering, or other biotechnological methods. This process aims to improve characteristics such as yield, disease resistance, nutritional quality, and overall performance of organisms for agricultural, industrial, or medical applications. Genetic improvement can involve traditional breeding techniques as well as cutting-edge technologies like CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing to create organisms with desired traits that are beneficial to humans and the environment.