Introduction To Biotechnology And Genetic Engineering

Biotechnology is a fast-developing 21st century technology and interdisciplinary science that has already made an impact on commercial and non-commercial aspects of human life, such as stem cell research, cloning, pharmaceuticals, food and agriculture, bioenergetics, and information technology.This book, appropriate for novices to the biotechnology / genetics fields and also for engineering and biology students, covers all of the fundamental principles of these modern topics. It has been written in a very simple manner for self-study and to explain the concepts and techniques in detail. In addition to the comprehensive coverage of the standard topics, such as cell growth and development, genetic principles(mapping, DNA, etc), protein structure, plant and animal cell cultures, and applications, the book includes up-to-date discussions of modern topics, e.g., medical advances, quality control, stem cell technology, genetic manipulation, patents, bioethics, and a review of mathematics. The accompanying CD-ROM provides simulations, figures, white papers, related Web sites and numerous other resources.

The author presents a basic introduction to the world of genetic engineering. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Biotechnology Is Gaining In Importance In The Modern World And Is Often Quoted As The Next Big Thing After Information Technology, Owing To Its Benefits To Man. It Has Enabled The Organisms To Become More Resistant To Disease, Influenced The Rate Of Fruit Ripening And Has Increased Productivity Of Crops, Thereby Solving The Global Problem Of Food Shortages. Accordingly, The Study Of Biotechnology Is Significant And Its Scope Is Vast As New Techniques Are Being Evolved Frequently.The Present Book Introduction To Biotechnology Is An Ideal Book For The Students Interested In Pursuing A Career In Biotechnology. With The Balanced Coverage Of Basic Molecular Biology, Historical Developments And Contemporary Applications, The Book Describes In Detail The Processes And Methods Used To Manipulate Living Organisms Or The Substances And Products From These Organisms For Medical, Agricultural And Industrial Purposes. It Acquaints The Readers With Genetic Engineering, Bioinformatics, Animal And Plant Biotechnology, Environmental Biotechnology, Bioethics And Biosafety. In Addition, The Book Provides A Glossary Of Terms And Select Bibliography Which Facilitate Easy Understanding And Further Reference.It Is Hoped That The Book Would Be Highly Useful For Both Undergraduates And Graduates, Teachers Of The Subject As Well As General Readers Interested In Biotechnology And Keen To Know The Latest Developments, Methods And Applications In This Arena.

Undergraduate genetic engineering textbook for students taking biotechnology, genetics, molecular biology and biochemistry courses.