epigenist
/ˈɛpɪdʒənɪst/
noun
- A scientist who studies epigenetics (how gene expression is changed by environment and behavior without altering DNA).
- The epigenist presented new findings on how exercise affects gene activity.
- As an epigenist, she focuses on how childhood experiences influence adult health.
- The conference brought together geneticists and epigenists from around the world.